Tottenham has experienced a remarkable transformation under the guidance of Ange Postecoglou this season. The way in which the Australian has gained support not only from his players but also from the White Hart Lane faithful has been truly impressive. With a few minor setbacks here and there, everything he has touched in North London has turned out to be successful.
Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for Xavi Hernandez at Barcelona. Despite winning the Spanish league title last season, the former legendary midfielder has encountered significant difficulties, to the extent that he has already announced his departure from the position at the end of the current season. If the team’s results continue to decline as they have recently, he might not even last until then.
The team’s defensive performance has been particularly concerning. They conceded three goals against Granada, a team that was eight points away from safety. Additionally, they shipped four goals against Girona, four more in the Spanish Super Cup final against Real Madrid, another four against Athletic Club, and five against Villarreal. These poor defensive displays have led Xavi to acknowledge that he lacks the necessary ability to fulfill his role.
It is highly likely that Xavi will not be the only one leaving the club this summer, as Barcelona looks to regain some much-needed financial stability. According to MARCA (h/t Fichajes), Tottenham is preparing a £60m bid that could tempt Barcelona into selling Raphinha to the North London club. Given that Raphinha has often been overlooked by Xavi, who has preferred 16-year-old Lamine Yamal instead, the player may be enticed by the opportunity to join a league he is familiar with.
According to the Source caughtoffside.com