Kosport Magazine’s Take:
It seems that Barcelona just can’t seem to get their treatment of club legends right. From Ronald Koeman to Lionel Messi, and now Xavi, it’s clear that there is a pattern of mistreatment. And it’s not just hurting the players, it’s also damaging the club’s reputation.
Xavi sacked: Barcelona slammed for treatment of club legends
Sevilla boss Quique Sánchez Flores has spoken out against Barcelona’s handling of their club legends. The recent sacking of Xavi Hernández, who was set to lead the team for another season, has sparked criticism from all sides. But it’s just the latest in a series of missteps by the club.
It’s no secret that former player Ronald Koeman was unceremoniously sacked in 2021. And their all-time top scorer, Lionel Messi, was unable to sign a new contract due to financial issues within the club. Now, Xavi’s departure has raised even more questions about how Barcelona treats its legends.
Sánchez Flores had some strong words for the club, saying, “I shouldn’t say this, but how badly Barcelona treats its legends. What a bad streak.” He went on to stress the importance of treating legends with respect and acknowledges the impact it has on the fans.
Xavi, who won the league just last season, has been under fire all year, despite the team’s success. Sánchez Flores expressed his doubts about the criticism and offered his support to the former player, saying, “Xavi is a legend of the club…I have doubts that the criticism about him is correct.”
Barcelona’s season will end with them in second place behind fierce rivals Real Madrid. And while Xavi will still lead the team for their last game, it’s clear that the tension between the club and its legends is not going away anytime soon.
Kosport Magazine believes that it’s time for Barcelona to show some respect and appreciation for their club legends. Not only does it affect the players, but it also reflects poorly on the club as a whole. Let’s hope they can turn things around and treat their legends with the respect they deserve.
