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OFFICIAL: Barcelona to part ways with Xavi Hernández as first team manager at end of season

The worst-kept secret in Barcelona land is now official: Xavi Hernández will not continue as first team head coach in the 2024-25 season and will be coaching his final game on Sunday in the La Liga finale against Sevilla, the club announced on Friday.

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— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) May 24, 2024

Here is the full statement from the club on the decision to sack their legendary midfielder:

“On Friday, FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has informed Xavi Hernández that he will not be continuing as first team coach in the 2024-25 season.