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Xavi speaks out after being axed as Barcelona boss

Xavi Hernandez has sent out a message to fans after being informed he will not continue as first-team boss next season.

Barcelona have confirmed that Xavi’s time at the club is up, with Hansi Flick set to take over from next season.

Xavi has taken to social media with a heartfelt message where he’s spoken with pride about his time as Barcelona manager.

“Dear fans, my time on the Barça bench will end on Sunday. It’s never easy to leave the club of your life, but I do it very proudly, after two and a half years at the head of a dressing room that has been like a second family.