Barca job won’t be easy for Xavi admits Rivaldo

Xavi is edging closer to becoming the new Barcelona manager, a club where he spent 24 years of his life, but Rivaldo thinks the Blaugrana legend will have a tough job on his hands.

“Xavi is about to become Barcelona manager and he has a tough mission ahead,” Rivaldo told Betfair. “But a few shrewd signings in the January transfer window could boost his chances of success this season.”

Barcelona currently find themselves ninth in La Liga and six points behind the top four, just 11 games into the season.

Rivaldo thinks that Barcelona should build the team around their young talents, although they shouldn’t rely on them for immediate success.

“The team needs two or three new players to reinforce the squad, but Xavi will also need to get the best out of his current players, adapting the style of play to their qualities and bonding nicely with his group.

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“There is a lot of young talent in the squad, and they need freedom to develop all their qualities. At the same time, Barcelona need more experienced players to take responsibility so that the youngsters aren’t overwhelmed by pressure.

“The team can and should utilize young players but they cannot rely on them at the beginning of their careers.”