Former Barcelona boss Xavi has been open to managing Manchester United amid speculation over Rúben Amorim’s shaky start
Former Barcelona boss Xavi Hernández has dropped a bombshell that has set tongues wagging in the football world. With Manchester United struggling under Rúben Amorim, the Spanish legend has made it clear he would be open to taking the job at Old Trafford—while boldly claiming he is “far better” than Amorim.
United’s season has already hit turbulence, with fans growing increasingly frustrated by the lack of fluid attacking play and questionable tactical calls from Amorim. The team’s performances have been branded predictable, and the pressure on the Portuguese coach continues to mount with every dropped point.
Xavi, never one to shy away from honesty, reportedly told close associates: “I’m far better than him, and I know exactly what Manchester United need to win any league they want.” His words have fueled speculation that he is lining himself up as Amorim’s potential successor, a move that would undoubtedly shake up Old Trafford.
After stepping away from Barcelona following a stormy spell, Xavi is adamant that the challenges he faced there have prepared him for the demands of managing a club as big as United. But he isn’t willing to walk into the chaos blindly. According to those close to him, Xavi would only accept the role if the board gave him full control over transfers and tactical decisions—a lesson he claims to have learned the hard way at Barça, where he often clashed with the hierarchy over recruitment and squad planning.
His comments have split opinion. Some supporters believe his attacking mindset and focus on nurturing young talent could breathe life into United after years of inconsistency. Others remain unconvinced, pointing to his mixed record at Barcelona as proof that he might not be the upgrade he claims to be.
Still, Xavi’s open declaration that he is “far better” than Amorim has added yet another twist to United’s managerial saga. With results continuing to disappoint, Amorim’s position looks more fragile by the week, and Xavi’s name is now firmly in the conversation—though only on his own terms.
Now the question lingers: could Xavi really be the man to bring back United’s glory days, or would he just be another short-lived experiment in the club’s long search for stability?
