Barcelona, May 8, 2025 – The elimination of FC Barcelona in the semifinals of the Champions League continues to generate controversy, and the statements of former Blaugrana, Xavi Hernández, Xavi Hernández have fueled the debate. In a recent interview, Xavi revealed that he had warned the current coach, Hansi Flick, about a particular player who, according to him, is causing problems to the team and that he should not start. The aforementioned would have had a decisive performance in the fourth goal received, which ended up built the club’s hopes to reach the final.
Xavi, who left the bench culé after a season full of ups and downs, did not skimp in criticism of this footballer, although he avoided mentioning his name directly in public. “I told Hansi to be careful with that player. He is not at the level that Barcelona demands. According to sources close to the club, Xavi’s words point to a member of the current squad that has been criticized for their irregularity in key moments.
The fourth goal to which Xavi refers was a hard blow to Barcelona in the second leg of the semifinals. A defensive error, attributed to this player, allowed the opponent to take advantage of a lethal that sealed the victory of the opponent. The culé fans, frustrated by elimination, has begun to speculate on the identity of the indicated, with names like those of some defenses and midfielders circulating on social networks.
Hansi Flick, on the other hand, has chosen to keep silent about Xavi’s statements, focusing on preparing the team for the next challenges in LaLiga and the Copa del Rey. However, the pressure on the German coach grows, since the fans expect to make forceful decisions to correct the errors that have hurt the team in European competitions.
Barcelona, which is going through a reconstruction stage, cannot afford more stumbling blocks if you want to recover its place among European giants. Xavi’s words have not only focused on a player, but have also opened a debate about the management of Flick and his ability to lead the team at decisive times. Will the German coach listen to the warning of his predecessor, or will he maintain his confidence in the questioned footballer? Only time will say it.
