Xavi declared his departure from Barca by the end of June after a 5-3 home defeat to Villarreal in late January, which jeopardized the club's chances of securing a top-four finish, according to Xinhua.
As reported by Xinhua, the official Barcelona website confirms that Xavi has signed a contract "until 20 June 2025 with the option of an additional year".
Jorge Messi made a brief declaration to the press while he was in Barcelona to meet with Barca president Joan Laporta over Lionel's possible move back to the club.
During a press conference FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said, "I don't think it's the moment to talk about Leo's return. I am his friend and I speak to him frequently, but it's not the moment for his good, nor the good of the club, or the squad."
