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Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has told the press that his U-turn on resigning from the club was down to seeing that he had the energy and desire to continue in the role, as well as the confidence of Sporting Director Deco, President Joan Laporta and the players.

Xavi had announced that he would be leaving for a number of reasons in January, including his mental health, the fact he was no longer enjoying the role and that he felt that the club needed a change going forward. After three months of telling the press decidedly that he would not change his mind, he did just that, three days after the club were eliminated from the Champions League and defeated in El Clasico.

Laporta spoke to the press first, declaring that Xavi staying was ‘good news’ for the club, and that it took a matter of 2-3 minutes for the pair to come to an agreement for the coach to stay. Xavi then explained his decision to go back on his word.

“You know that I am a very big Barcelona fan and I always try to do the best for the club. The most important thing is to think about the entity. When we met with the president I put my position at his disposal, but I saw that I enjoy great confidence from the president, the sports area and the entire board.”

“The complicity of the players has been very important, they have made me see that this project has to continue. We are working well, it is a winning project. The fans have also made me see that I must continue. strength and ability. The staff too. I think about what is best for the club. In January I thought it was best to leave, but now I see it differently. I think it is the best decision.”

He went further, saying that he thanked the fans, and felt the players believed in his methods.

“I am convinced, with