Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has expressed his desire to retain João Félix on a long-term basis, highlighting his satisfaction with the Portuguese player’s performance.
“I’d love to keep João Félix at Barça on long-term,” Xavi declared. “I’m super happy with João and he’s happy too.” This statement suggests Xavi’s confidence in Félix’s abilities and his potential to contribute to the team’s future success.
However, Xavi acknowledged the complexities involved in ensuring Félix’s long-term presence at the club. “It’s still early,” he admitted, “the club will have to negotiate.” This suggests that Barcelona is not yet in a position to guarantee Félix’s future, and negotiations with Atlético Madrid, who currently own the player, are likely to occur.
Xavi’s positive assessment wasn’t limited to Félix. He also expressed satisfaction with another recent acquisition, João Cancelo. “We are very happy with both João Cancelo and Félix,” he said. This statement indicates that both players have quickly integrated into the team and begun to make a positive impact.
Overall, Xavi’s comments suggest Barcelona’s commitment to building a strong foundation for the future, and that both João Félix and João Cancelo are seen as key parts of that vision. While the long-term future of both players remains uncertain, Xavi’s positive assessment and the ongoing negotiations offer promising signs for their continued presence at Barcelona.