Just a few months after Xavi has steered his side to the Spanish league title, Barcelona’s former midfielder is feeling the pressure.
In a sign of how demanding the job remains and arguably why Pep Guardiola and Luis Enrique got out early - (both eminently more successful then their contemporary but arguably with far better squads) - a handful of poor performances and results has culers calling for the coach’s head.
Their ire isn’t without foundation, however.
At present, there appears to be little inspiration or direction coming from the bench and the team are winning in spite of Xavi and not because of him.