Barcelona fans, brace yourselves for some exciting news as the club’s legendary figure, Xavi Hernandez, is on the verge of extending his tenure with the Catalan giants. An agreement has already been reached for a one-year contract extension, ensuring Xavi’s presence at the club until 2025.

Initially, discussions centered around a two-year extension that would have kept Xavi at the helm until 2026. However, various factors have led to the decision for a one-year renewal, which is set to be formally announced before the week’s end. Follow your favourite football team with attractive La Liga odds from Nextbet. 

One notable influence behind this shift towards shorter-term contracts for managers is Barcelona’s new sporting director, Deco. With Mateu Alemany and Jordi Cruyff no longer holding these responsibilities, Deco has taken the reins of the sporting department.

Deco, who will be introduced to the media as Barcelona’s sporting director this week, appears to favor short-term managerial contracts. This approach mirrors that of former Barcelona maestro Pep Guardiola, who also preferred renewing his contract on a year-by-year basis.

Financial considerations and Fair Play restrictions also played a role in Xavi’s one-year extension. Notably, Xavi had sought an increase in salary for himself and his coaching staff, considering the significant sacrifices made when he assumed the managerial role in November 2021.

While Xavi’s salary is set to double as part of this new deal, the constraints imposed by financial realities led to the decision to limit the contract extension to one year. This development marks an exciting chapter for Barcelona as they secure the services of their beloved icon, Xavi Hernandez, for the foreseeable future. Get the latest updates from the La Liga only on Nextbet Sports.