Xavi Hernandez ready to take Chelsea job

Barcelona legend Xavi Hernández is reportedly “open” to the possibility of becoming the next head coach of Chelsea this summer, according to sources cited by UK outlet icfootballnews. The development adds a surprising twist to the evolving managerial landscape as the Premier League club weighs its long-term direction.

Xavi, who recently stepped down from his role at FC Barcelona after previously announcing — and then reversing — his intention to depart, is believed to be reconsidering coaching opportunities outside Spain. Despite earlier signalling a desire to take a break from management, fresh reports suggest he is prepared to listen to formal proposals from CHELSEA executives should they make an approach.

According to icfootballnews, intermediaries connected to the London club have been informed that Xavi views Chelsea as a “prestigious project” and would be open to a conversation about taking the reins.

No official contact has been made, but sources claim the 44-year-old is intrigued by the Premier League and the long-term squad potential assembled under the club’s ownership group.

Xavi’s managerial tenure at Barcelona delivered mixed results. He won La Liga in 2022–23 and helped stabilise a club grappling with financial difficulty and squad turnover, but inconsistent domestic form and European struggles contributed to mounting pressure.

Despite that, he retains a reputation for tactical clarity rooted in possession-based football and a strong developmental record with young players — qualities that could appeal to Chelsea’s front office as they seek an identity under their multi-year rebuild.

For Xavi, Chelsea would represent his first managerial role outside Spain and a significant shift from the culture and expectations of Barcelona. Yet reports indicate he remains enthusiastic about leading a squad with high technical potential, particularly given Chelsea’s investment in emerging talents over recent transfer windows.

With several high-profile managers — including Diego Simeoen — also linked to potential summer moves, the availability of Xavi adds another dimension to the upcoming managerial carousel.

As of now, CHELSEA officials have declined to comment on the speculation, and Xavi has not spoken publicly about any Premier League interest.

But the latest reports indicate a growing openness on both sides, setting the stage for what could become one of the most significant coaching developments of the summer

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