Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández has taken legal action against two journalists for allegedly fabricating stories about him. The reports claimed that Xavi was displeased with false accusations, including one suggesting he demanded his coaching staff to place their phones on the table to identify a potential leak within the team.
Another story involved a journalist who alleged that Xavi messaged him to complain about critical articles, which was refuted by sources close to the coach, leading to a retraction by the reporter.
Xavi emphasized during a news conference that while he welcomes constructive criticism, he will not tolerate falsehoods or baseless claims. He stated, 'It is time to say enough; they are massive lies, so now is the moment to act.'
The media scrutiny surrounding Barcelona has been a recurring issue this season, with Xavi previously attributing negative press coverage to affecting the team's performance. Despite the challenges, Barcelona has shown resilience, securing a spot in the Champions League quarterfinals and climbing to second place in LaLiga.
Xavi's decision to step down at the end of the season was influenced by the intense media environment. However, the team's recent success has sparked calls for him to reconsider his departure and continue leading the club next season.
The emergence of young talents like Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí has been a highlight for Barcelona. Both players, aged 16 and 17 respectively, have already represented Spain internationally, showcasing their potential to make a significant impact at the club and on the global stage.
Barcelona's upcoming match against Las Palmas will see the return of Ferran Torres from injury, while key players like Jules Koundé, Ronald Araújo, and Robert Lewandowski are fit to play. However, Andreas Christensen is sidelined due to injury, with several other players still in recovery.
