", Spain and former Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas tweeted: "It has been a pleasure to be able to enjoy your football for Spain and share the jersey with you. The Barcelona captain Xavi Hernández has announced he will join the Qatari side Al-Sadd this summer, ending his 24-year run with the Catalan club. ", La Liga rivals Sevilla on Twitter "We want to say congratulations to a legend of Spanish football on a stunning career with Barcelona. “I would like to announce and confirm my departure from Barça at the end of the season,” Xavi said at a press conference on Thursday. My hope and aim is for one day to return to work for Barça.”. Photograph: Gustau Nacarino/Reuters Plays the game with such ease. what an absolute legend to the sport, in an era where the footballers are more concerned with tattoos and hairstyles, he has kept his hard working and often magical style low key but leaves everyone with a smile! Fabulous footballer a pleasure watching him over the years. The former Barcelona midfielder also urged the Catalan giants to hand captain Lionel Messi a new contract and secure his future. the longest serving and most decorated Barcelona player, last weekend’s 1-0 triumph at Atlético Madrid. If ever there was a player who should have been World player of the year then Iniesta was it, Worshipped in Spain for scoring the winning goal for their first ever world cup. “It’s a special end to my career at Barça,” Xavi said. Last updated on 27 April 201827 April 2018.From the section European Footballcomments490. To use comments you will need to have JavaScript enabled. The midfielder was linked with a move away from the Catalan side ahead of the 2014-15 campaign, but opted to remain at Camp Nou. Follow the Heavy on Barcelona Facebook page for the latest breaking news, rumors and content! Messi needs Barca and Barca need Messi. Xavi signed up with Barca's academy in 1991 at the age of 11 and has won 23 trophies during 17 seasons in the first team, as well as picking up 133 caps for Spain. They have to make him happy, because a happy Messi will win more trophies. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. Powered by, The club legend has discussed why he is not tempted to return to Camp Nou just yet, Expert Makes Shock Cristiano Ronaldo to Barcelona Claim. Video: Blood Red: Jurgen Klopp on Liverpool's 4-0 defeat at Manchester City (Liverpool Echo), Royal Blue: Theo Walcott's Everton legacy as forward completes Southampton move, Royal Blue: Ben Godfrey signs for Everton on Deadline Day. Together we won the most beautiful. Cesc Fabregas has revealed Xavi will be the next big star to leave Barcelona this summer. - Everton full-back Lucas Digne has emerged as a target for City and Chelsea if they fail to land Leicester City star Ben Chilwell, according to ESPN. Good luck in your new stage. "It was clear that I had to leave and I am very stubborn, but they convinced me in two or three meetings, so now I am very happy.". I have a passion for football and I believe I have made the most of my abilities as a footballer. Judging by his current season(2014-2015). Seems unlikely he’ll be coming to the Prem which is a real pity. Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta will leave the Spanish club at the end of the season. - The Telegraph reports Chelsea are ready to step up their pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen star Kai Havertz after Saturday's DFB-Pokal final against Bayern. ", on Twitter: "Thanks for your football! Goto Arsenal you will never play against Barcelona ever again, Will be sad to see such a class player go with such a unique style in a world of football where pace and power dominates the game. Get latest scores and headlines sent straight to your phone, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. I’m very happy with how things have gone and I leave having given everything.”. “I would like to be remembered as someone who always gave everything to Barça and the national team,” he said. Good luck for the future! Now, Liverpool are believed to be in advanced negotiations as Bayern seek £31m (€35m) for Thiago. I also have an enthusiastic project in the Aspire academy [a sporting academy based in Qatar]. What a player! The Spain midfielder, 33, has made 669 appearances in 16 seasons, winning 31 trophies with Barca and three major tournaments for Spain. Imagine having to make a farewell with angry people. Xavi to leave Barcelona for Al Sadd after 17 years, Xavi has been at Barcelona for 17 years, winning La Liga eight times, Xavi has won 23 trophies with the Catalan club, Cavani, Telles, Diallo and Pellistri join Man Utd, 'Under-pressure Ole must win trophies after signings', Arsenal insist St Etienne at fault for Saliba loan collapse, Transfer window: Winners, losers, and inbetweeners.

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