One could probably say that Barcelona need Xavi more than Xavi needs Barcelona at this point. That meant that Xavi had a bit of negotiating power when it came to letting the Barca higher-ups know what he wants in charge.
Sport are reporting that the first thing Xavi wants is a complete overhaul of the club’s medical services. Given that the club has had trouble with some of its players and recurring injuries, this can’t be a bad thing to take a second look at.
Ousmane Dembele, Gerard Pique, Pedri Sergi Roberto, and Martin Braithwaite are all currently sidelined, while a host of other players have also spent some time out this season with physical problems.