The president of Barcelona speaks out on Xavi's potential retirement

The president of Barcelona, Joan Laporta, has commented on rumors of Xavi's possible dismissal and the appointment of Rafa Marquez.

According to Marca, Joan Laporta said that Barcelona's management is confident about Xavi.

"I want to confirm, as Deco and my board of directors have done before, that we fully support our coach and we are very proud to have Xavi at the helm of the club because of his professional and human qualities," he said.

He noted that Barcelona is in the right position and that is very important. The club has a good position in the Champions League and La Liga. Now it is very important to unite. They also have time to let the injured players recover, and then all the players will be available for Xavi.

It is important how this season ends. The club is working to ensure that it has the strength to finish the season.

We would like to remind you that there was information that Barcelona could sack Xavi and appoint Rafa Marquez. According to sources, the situation in Barcelona's dressing room is not good. Some players of the Blaugrana want head coach Xavi to resign.

Such rumours started after Shakhtar's 0-1 defeat in the fourth round of the Champions League. The Catalans are considering the candidacy of Rafa Marquez. He is currently working with Barcelona's reserve team.