Manchester United is preparing for a big move, and one of the most likely names to take over as coach is Xavi Hernandez.
The Catalan coach, who is currently without a club after leaving Barcelona, is considered an ideal choice to lead the rebuilding project at Old Trafford.
With Erik ten Hag facing increasing criticism due to poor results, the United board has begun exploring alternatives to replace the Dutchman, and Xavi appears to be at the top of the list.
According to information from El Nacional, the Spanish coach has asked for time to think about the offer but has set a condition for signing one of Barcelona’s stars to convince him to coach the English team.
The newspaper added that United’s interest is not limited to attracting Xavi only, as English sources indicate that the club is ready to make additional efforts to convince the Spanish coach, which may include signing Fermín López, one of Barcelona’s most prominent talents.
The youngster, who has impressed with his performances for the Catalan club, is highly regarded by Xavi, with the coach once saying, “I will go to war with Fermín,” reflecting his confidence in the player’s talent and ability to make a difference.
Manchester United, aware of the close relationship between Xavi and Fermín, sees signing the player as a way to entice the coach to accept their offer.
The English club is closely monitoring the midfielder and is prepared to make a lucrative offer to secure his services.
However, Barcelona remains firm in its stance not to sell the player, as they see him as an essential part of the team’s future despite the fierce competition for his position.
However, the pressure from Manchester United may be difficult to ignore, as the English club has the financial muscle to lure the player. Additionally, the possibility of Xavi Hernández taking the job at Old Trafford if his protégé joins the team adds an extra layer of complexity to the process.
United is desperate to find solutions that will enable them to compete at the highest level again, and they believe that the arrival of a coach with Xavi’s vision could be the first step towards recovery.
