The renowned former Blaugrana midfielder will be hanging up his boots at the end of the campaign
Barcelona legend Xavi has announced that he will retire from professional football at the end of this season.
The central midfielder currently plies his trade in Qatar with Al Sadd, who he joined in 2015 after leaving La Liga.
However, at 39 years of age, the Spaniard feels the time is right to hang up his boots and pursue a coaching career.
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"This is my last season as a player, but I'm looking forward to seeing what the future holds for me as a coach," Xavi said.