Barcelona legend and former team coach praised German coach Hansi Flick and the great work he is doing at Barcelona at the present time. He expressed his admiration for the changes that have occurred in the team this season.
Barcelona succeeded in topping the La Liga table after 9 rounds of the competition, amassing 24 points, 3 points ahead of their rival Real Madrid, which is in second place.
Xavi spoke in statements reported by the Catalan newspaper Sport, explaining that the difference between him and Flick lies in some small details.
He noted that Flick was able to win La Liga and concede the fewest goals in a season when Barcelona did not have the quality of players that are currently present.
Xavi added that he hopes German coach Hansi Flick will be able to win a major title this season, whether it be La Liga or the Champions League, and expressed his desire for the team to secure all possible titles.
Xavi advised the German coach: “Now that the injured players will return to the team, if Flick wants to win titles, he must consider removing De Jong and Araujo from Barcelona’s squad this season.” He justified this by stating that this duo could ruin the team’s season in the blink of an eye.
Araujo wasted his teammates’ efforts last year and caused a naive expulsion against Paris Saint-Germain that cost the team the Champions League.
Additionally, he pointed out the repeated defensive errors of the Uruguayan player, which could cost Barcelona many matches if he participates as a starter this season.
Regarding De Jong, he remarked: “He is a quality player, but he will not provide any new addition to the team. He will not save you in any important or decisive match.
His departure is the best option, and removing him from Barcelona’s squad is the best way for Barca’s season to succeed.”