Rafa Marquez is close to staying at Barça despite interest from other clubs

Yesterday, Barcelona B failed to secure promotion to the Segunda División, losing in the play-off final to Córdoba with a score of 1-2. Most likely, this match will not be the last for Rafael Márquez as the head coach of Barcelona's reserve team.

In Barcelona, there is considerable satisfaction with the work of the Mexican coach, and they would like to retain him for at least another season. Márquez himself is currently inclined to remain in his position.

According to Diario Sport, Márquez had three distinct options for continuing his career. He was approached by Segunda División's Oviedo, the new MLS club San Diego, as well as an unnamed European club.

It is known that Márquez's decision was influenced by a meeting with Barcelona's new head coach Hansi Flick. Together, they had a fruitful discussion about integrating young players into the first team.

Previously, Rafa Márquez was considered among the candidates to replace Xavi when it became known that Barcelona would change its head coach.