Joan Laporta says Xavi 'couldn't balance his family with work' as Barcelona chief hits back at claim he blocked Lionel Messi return
Goal | 10.03.2026 01:14
Xavi said that discussions with the Argentine star began shortly after Messi’s World Cup triumph in Qatar, noting that the player had expressed a clear desire to return to Camp Nou. According to the former coach, Barcelona had already received approval from La Liga regarding financial fair play regulations.
