Xavi eyed for int'l job post-Barcelona sacking

Former Barcelona manager Xavi has emerged as the front-runner to secure a top international coaching job, with the appointment potentially coming just months before the upcoming World Cup. The Spanish tactician has been out of work since being dismissed by Barcelona in 2024, which occurred shortly after he had reversed his decision to leave the club.

The news comes as Xavi weighs a return to management two years after his departure from the Camp Nou. His potential appointment to an international role could have significant implications for teams preparing for the World Cup, with the tournament set to begin in the coming months.