Xavi Eyes Potential Return to Management Amidst Manchester United Speculation

Key Takeaways:

• Xavi Hernandez, unemployed since his Barcelona departure at the end of the 2023-24 season, has been open to offers since this summer
• Fabrizio Romano reported Xavi would be eager to accept the Manchester United job, should Ruben Amorim leave the post
• Al-Ittihad have also shortlisted Xavi as a possible replacement for Laurent Blanc, with Sergio Conceiçao competing for the vacancy

Xavi’s Managerial Future: United and Middle East Interest

Manchester United may soon undertake a managerial change, and former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has emerged as a prominent contender. Xavi has remained without a club since his dismissal by Barcelona at the conclusion of the 2023-24 campaign – a move that made way for Hansi Flick to take the helm at Camp Nou. At the time, Xavi declared he would take a sabbatical for one year and thus only began considering managerial opportunities starting this summer. To date, he remains unattached, having yet to accept any proposals.

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Manchester United Monitoring Xavi’s Availability

The future of incumbent Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has become less certain recently, intensifying speculation around the possibility of Xavi taking charge at Old Trafford. Noted football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, via CaughtOffside, has indicated that Xavi is closely following the Premier League and would be willing to join Manchester United immediately, even in the absence of European football.

Romano stated: “Xavi is studying the Premier League. Xavi is monitoring the Premier League and Xavi would immediately go to Man United – even without European football, he would go immediately to Premier League.”

Presently, Manchester United continue to support Amorim, who was appointed less than one year ago. However, should the club decide a managerial change is necessary, Xavi stands ready and enthusiastic to take on what would be his third senior management role, following his tenures at Al-Sadd and Barcelona. The Old Trafford position is reportedly seen by Xavi as a perfect fit for the next progression in his coaching career.

Prospects Beyond the Premier League

While Xavi assesses the United situation, additional opportunities may arise elsewhere. According to Sport, Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad are evaluating Xavi as a key candidate to replace Laurent Blanc, who was recently dismissed. Ex-AC Milan boss Sergio Conceiçao is also in contention for the post, setting the stage for a two-man competition for the prominent role in Saudi Arabia.

The timing and destination of Xavi’s anticipated return to management remain uncertain, but both Manchester United and Al-Ittihad present significant opportunities for the Spanish tactician’s next chapter.