Barcelona players left stunned by Mateu Alemany’s sudden exit from club

The news of Mateu Alemany’s departure from his role as Director of Football at Barcelona has sent shockwaves through the club, with many members of the first team squad reportedly unaware of his decision until the announcement was made public on Tuesday evening. According to Sport, only Xavi Hernandez was privy to the news ahead of time, leaving many players feeling blindsided.

Adding to the confusion and frustration among players is the timing of the announcement. It came just after Barcelona’s win over Osasuna, which put them in a strong position to secure their first La Liga title in four years. Some players have reportedly questioned why the announcement could not have waited until after the season was over, allowing the team to fully focus on their remaining fixtures.

While the timing of Alemany’s departure may have come as a surprise, rumors of tension within the club’s hierarchy have been circulating for some time. Reports suggest that Alemany clashed with other members of the board over transfer targets and the club’s overall direction.

Barcelona’s next match is against Espanyol in 12 days, and with the opportunity to officially wrap up the La Liga title during that game, the players will need to regroup and maintain their focus to ensure a successful end to the season.