While Mikel Arteta’s name might suggest a potential future at Barcelona, there have been no official approaches to consider him as a replacement for Xavi. The managerial landscape is currently undergoing a significant upheaval, starting with Jurgen Klopp’s announcement of his departure from Liverpool at the end of the season.
Shortly after, Xavi followed suit, revealing that he would cease to be Barcelona’s coach on June 30. Adding to the managerial shake-up, another coach with Barcelona ties hinted at the possibility of ending his tenure at Arsenal a few days ago.
Arteta, despite having a contract in place until 2025, has faced considerable challenges leading Arsenal. The team’s achievements under his tenure include one FA Cup (2019-20) and two Community Shields (2020 and 2023).
Despite these successes, the pressure and strain endured in recent seasons seem to have taken a toll on the coach, leading him to contemplate a change of scenery or even a potential break from coaching.
In the wake of these developments, Arteta’s name has surfaced in various surveys and polls as a well-received option among Barcelona fans for a possible replacement for Xavi in the 2024-25 season. The first crucial step towards this potential transition would be the contractual release of Arteta from Arsenal, a process that could be underway.
The ball is now in the court of Barcelona’s president, Joan Laporta, and the sports management team, as they need to reach an agreement on the final choice for the person entrusted with the challenging task of succeeding Xavi Hernández.
The prospect of Arteta taking the reins at Barcelona adds an intriguing layer to the unfolding managerial changes in top football clubs, highlighting the fluid and dynamic nature of the coaching landscape. As the pieces fall into place, the football world awaits official announcements and decisions that will shape the future direction of both Barcelona and Arteta’s managerial journey.
