Xavi Poised to Take the Helm at Tottenham
Xavi Poised to Take the Helm at Tottenham
Aside from Tottenham, Bundesliga contenders Bayer Leverkusen are also keen to appoint him
This term Spurs have endured a disappointing 16th-place Premier League campaign
Former Barcelona maestro Xavi Hernández is the overwhelming favourite to replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham Hotspur, according to reports from The Sun.
A High-Profile Appointment in the Making
After guiding Barcelona to a La Liga title and the Spanish Super Cup in 2022–23, Xavi was relieved of his duties in Catalonia at the end of last season when Hansi Flick was brought in.
“Xavi is preparing for a return to the dugout and has multiple offers on the table,” a source close to the Spaniard revealed.Aside from Tottenham, Bundesliga contenders Bayer Leverkusen are also keen to appoint him, should they lose Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid.
🚨 Barcelona legend Xavi is the new favourite to replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham should he leave at the end of this season.
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) May 2, 2025
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Tottenham’s Struggles Fuel the Change
This term Spurs have endured a disappointing 16th-place Premier League campaign—with just 37 points from 34 games—despite reaching the UEFA Europa League final.
“The board believes only a coach of Xavi’s calibre can restore Tottenham’s status as title contenders,” insiders say.Next up for the club is a crucial away clash at West Ham, where results will only increase pressure on Postecoglou in the coming weeks.
Xavi’s Managerial Credentials
Matches in charge: 143 official games for Barcelona
Record: 91 wins, 23 draws, 29 defeats
Honours: La Liga 2022–23, Spanish Super Cup 2023
“I look forward to bringing my football philosophy and winning mentality to a new challenge,” Xavi reportedly told confidants.
With Tottenham’s board ready to back him in the transfer market and the need for a transformative figure at the helm, a summer announcement could be imminent.
