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Laporta ‘not convinced’ by Marquez as Barcelona close in on Flick

Rafa Marquez’s hopes of succeeding Xavi as Barcelona coach appears to be fading as Joan Laporta just isn’t convinced by the Mexican.

The Barcelona Atletic boss and Hansi Flick appear to be the favorites to replace Xavi, if he’s fired, but the German seems to be in pole position right now.

Flick is even said to have a verbal agreement with Barcelona, with a decision on Xavi’s future expected after the Sevilla game on Sunday.

Diari ARA are reporting that Laporta just doesn’t see Marquez as the right man for Barcelona, even if Deco thinks he’s a candidate.