Carlo Ancelotti says Xavi made a ‘correct decision to stay
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said Xavi Hernandez made a “correct decision” to stay as Barcelona head coach.
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Ancelotti commends Xavi
Xavi, 44, announced in January that he would resign as Barcelona’s manager.
However, Xavi made a U-turn on his decision and decided to stay until his contract expires in June 2025.
Ancelotti commended the former Spain international for making a “correct decision” to stay.
The Italian manager believes Xavi has done a lot for Barca.
“I think Xavi has done a good job at Barcelona,” he told in a news conference. “He knows the club very well and it seems to me to be the correct decision to stay.
Ancelotti believes that anyone can change their opinion, regardless of the circumstances.
“Well, well, well … What a question. Everything is important.”
“We have to respect that people can change their opinion. It’s not in writing. How many times have I changed opinion in my career? It’s allowed.”
LaLiga title not yet assured
Elsewhere, Madrid move up to 11 points ahead of Barcelona after their El Clasico win.
The Los Blancos only need seven points to secure their 36th La Liga title, but Ancelotti does not want to be complacent.
“Until the maths gives us the title, we have to compete and fight,” Ancelotti said. “The dynamic is very good, but that’s not enough.
“We have to make sure we have a good dynamic, also for the Champions League games, to compete and give our all to win, which is most important.”
