Xavi believes there is a smear campaign against him at Barcelona

Former Barcelona head coach Xavi has expressed disappointment with the recent actions of the Catalan club.

According to As, Barcelona midfielder Pedri, noted that unlike previous seasons, the team is better prepared physically: "At the club, we are working much harder than before. The team does not drop performance after the 70th or 80th minute."

This information has disheartened Xavi. The coach believes these statements are unfair, as the club managed to win La Liga with him, and during that season, Barcelona was better physically prepared. Xavi is greatly surprised by Pedri's remarks and some of the messages coming from the club after his departure.

Xavi and his associates believe there is a smear campaign against him within Barcelona.