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Luis Enrique to step down as Barcelona manager at season's end

Luis Enrique has confirmed he will leave Barcelona when his contract expires in the summer.

The Barca coach has been constantly questioned this season about whether he would commit to the club beyond the current campaign but has always refused to respond.

On Wednesday, he announced his decision during his postmatch news conference after his side's 6-1 win against Sporting Gijon.

"I will not be manager of Barcelona next season," he revealed.

Luis Enrique led Barcelona to a historic Treble during his first season in charge.

"In preseason I had a meeting with [club directors Albert] Soler and Robert [Fernandez], during which I spoke about the possibility of not renewing.