Xavi Hernandez, Andres Iniesta and Gerard Pique voiced their concerns relating to Guardiola’s contractual situation with the reigning Spanish and European champions.
With Barcelona stuttering in their bid to retain La Liga crown for the fourth consecutive time, and with interest from http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Inter-c39567 Milan increasing, Pep Guardiola’s stay at the Camp Nou has come under question.
Gianluca Vialli’s public admiration for the two-time UEFA Champions League winning manager has not at all helped Barcelona’s cause.
The Catalan tactician’s reluctance to sign a long-term deal and his preference for a year-end rolling contract has added fuel to the rumour mill in the Spanish press circles.
However, if the noises from http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604’s dressing are to be believed, Pep Guardiola will continue in the dugout beyond the end of the season.
Xavi Hernandez admitted that the former AS http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Roma-c31603 player’s contractual situation is precarious, but he is confident that Guardiola will sign a contract extension with Barcelona.
The Spanish world cup winner stated that they are more than happy with the manager who adds another dimension to La Blaugrana’s dynamics.
Andres Iniesta shared the opinions of his long-term midfield partner, but also admitted that the final decision is to be taken by the manager himself and they can only wish for him to continue.
"I hope that he renews and that he stays with us for a long time. He has to decide and he knows that the team wants him to stay. That’s everyone’s wish. Guardiola is eager. We have a lot of beautiful things still yet to see," Iniesta was quoted as saying
on Barcelona's official website.
In respect to the mild pleas of Iniesta and Xavi, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Gerard-c14664 Pique’s views on the situation carried more emotion. The former Manchester United defender stated that Guardiola ‘must’ continue at the Camp Nou.
"He must continue at Barca for all he has experienced and for all there is still to experience," Pique said.
La Masia academy graduate also reflected on his supposed bust-up with Guardiola. The 25-year-old stated that he harbours no grudges against the manager and is grateful to him for the chances he gave to him in the Barcelona first team.
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