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Xavi Linked With Saudi Al-Ittihad Role Amid Manchester United Ambitions

Former Barcelona Manager Xavi Could Be Making A Return To Club Management, This Time With A Lucrative Offer From Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ittihad, According To Reports.

The Spanish Legend Has Been Without A Club Since His Dismissal From Barcelona In May 2024, Following A Disappointing Campaign. During His Tenure, Xavi Guided Barcelona To La Liga And Spanish Super Cup Titles In 2023 Before Being Replaced By Hansi Flick.

Al-Ittihad Offers Xavi A Managerial Role

Fabrizio Romano Reports That Al-Ittihad, Based In Jeddah, Is Searching For A New Manager After Parting Ways With Laurent Blanc Just Four Games Into The Season. Despite Winning Three Matches And Sitting Third In The Table, Blanc Was Let Go, Opening The Door For Potential Candidates.

Xavi Is Said To Be On The Club’s Radar Alongside Other Big Names Such As Luciano Spalletti And Sergio Conceicao.

Premier League Ambitions

Despite The Saudi Offer, Xavi’s Eyes Are Set On The Premier League. The Former Midfielder Is Reportedly “Studying” English Football And Would Jump At The Opportunity To Manage Manchester United, Even Though The Red Devils Are Currently Out Of European Competition.

Manager Ruben Amorim Is Facing Growing Pressure At Old Trafford, Especially After A 3-1 Loss To Brentford Left United 14th In The Premier League Table, Just Three Points Above The Relegation Zone. Xavi’s Potential Move Could Be The Spark Manchester United Needs.

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