Laporta Stands Firm: No Talk of Xavi’s Departure Now

Barcelona President, Joan Laporta, remains confident in the team’s upcoming crucial matches and dismisses any talk of Xavi Hernandez’s dismissal. Even in the face of potential setbacks, Laporta is not contemplating drastic decisions, asserting that it would be Xavi who should take a step back if necessary.

Tensions are running high at Barcelona, with critical fixtures in the next five days that could significantly impact the remainder of the season. Laporta has made it clear that he is committed to supporting Xavi Hernandez regardless of the outcomes, believing that his backing is crucial to provide calmness to both the coach and the squad. Laporta hopes that Barcelona won’t fall behind in La Liga after the match in Vigo and that complications in the Champions League against Napoli can be avoided, as such a scenario would create an unbearable situation.

The club is counting on a minimal response from the team to secure a victory against Celta and improve their standing in La Liga. Additionally, a positive result in Naples is crucial to progressing to the quarter-finals of the Champions League, providing much-needed relief to the players and the entire Barcelona environment.

The looming question is what will happen if there is a debacle in Vigo and a defeat in Naples. Laporta will make the decision, and he has no intention of parting ways with Xavi Hernandez under any circumstances. However, discussions may be held with the coach, urging him to step aside immediately for the benefit of the club if a deep conversation suggests it is necessary. The priority for Barcelona’s project is to reach the Champions League quarter-finals, and failure is not an option.

The first ball of the match will be kicked this afternoon in Vigo. While the importance of this match is overshadowed by the upcoming Champions League clash, a victory and a resurgence in performance could significantly aid in approaching Wednesday’s European encounter. The coming days are filled with maximum tension at Barcelona.