The Spanish international stated that there are no rifts in Barcelona’s dressing room and gave his backing to Vilanova for his managerial career at the Camp Nou.
Spanish media circles are full of reports hinting at a potential bust-up between outgoing manager, Pep Guardiola and his replacement, Tito Vilanova. Catalan midfielder, Xavi Hernandez, came out in the open regarding the matter and put it to rest by dismissing what is being said about the Camp Nou based outfit.
Xavi stated that news of the rifts are the work of media’s imagination and revealed that there is nothing amiss in the dressing room. He stated that Vilanova and Guardiola enjoy an excellent relationship, one they have enjoyed since their time together at La Masia.
He added that everyone in the roster is united and the rumours are by-product of the change that is coming.
The assured midfielder added that everyone has the right to free speech and they can say whatever they want to but should not drag Barcelona players into it as they are focusing on their next http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Job-c18684 ahead, the Copa del Rey final against Athletic Bilbao.
"Everything is quite normal, the relationship between Guardiola and Tito is excellent and we are all united," Xavi said in an interview.
"These rumours are inevitable. We can’t control what goes on around us. Everyone is free to speak their mind, but the squad are only concentrating on the cup final.
In response to Vilanova’s standing in the dressing room, Xavi replied that the 41-year-old is held in high regard by the players with his passion for the game.
The Spaniard added that the incoming coach is well aware of his standing amongst the players and attributed his personality as part of the success http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 have enjoyed in the four years Pep Guardiola has been in-charge of first team affairs.
"Tito is a highly respected figure among the players. He sees a lot of football and is passionate about this game. He knows the place and he also played a key role in the successes of the last four years. He’s the least drastic change, and the right choice."
Copa del Rey final between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona is scheduled for May 25, at the http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Vicente-c36001 Calderon.
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