Xavi Hernandez, celebrating his birthday, expressed a desire to coach a European club with high ambitions and a long-term project, leaving the football world curious about his next destination.

Xavi Hernandez, one of the most iconic midfielders in football history, is ready to take on a new challenge as a coach. The 45-year-old former Barcelona boss revealed his aspirations for his next role, stating his desire to lead a club that plays in European competitions and offers a long-term, ambitious project.

Xavi’s coaching journey began at Al Sadd in Qatar before he took the reins at his beloved Barcelona. Despite some successes, he left the Catalan club last summer, with Hansi Flick taking over. Since then, Xavi has been linked to several high-profile jobs but has yet to land his next position.

“The wish is a club that plays in European cups, that is ambitious and that offers a long-term project,” Xavi said, outlining the type of challenge he is seeking.

Recent rumors have linked the Spanish legend to clubs such as Dutch giants Ajax, Manchester United, and even teams in Major League Soccer. However, no official agreements have been reached, leaving Xavi to wait for the right opportunity to return to the sidelines.

As the football season progresses, Xavi’s next move remains one of the most intriguing storylines in coaching circles. While he may need to wait until the end of the current campaign, it is clear that the former midfield maestro is eager to make his mark once again—this time from the technical area.

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