High-profile candidate! Barcelona legend may take charge of the Netherlands national team

It looks like the Netherlands national team could soon be led by a truly unexpected and renowned head coach.

Details: Negotiations between the Dutch Football Association and Spanish specialist Xavi have already taken place. This was reported by journalist and insider for De Telegraaf, Mike Verweij.

The Dutch football authorities are actively searching for a new manager for the national squad after their disappointing exit from the recent World Cup, where the "Oranje" were knocked out by Morocco in the round of 16.

It is reported that a final decision on the new head coach will be made very soon.

It’s worth noting that the last job for the 46-year-old Spanish coach was at Barcelona, where he was at the helm from November 2021 to May 2024, winning both La Liga and the Spanish Super Cup with the Catalan giants. Xavi also previously managed Qatari side Al Sadd.

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