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Xavi says he urged Barcelona to sign Martin Zubimendi to replace Sergio Busquets.
He says the move was blocked for financial reasons as Busquets departed.
Xavi describes Barca’s transfer decisions as failing to meet his expectations at the time.
Xavi mentions the departure of Jordi Cruyff and the impact on the club’s decisions.
Xavi reflects on his relationship with Barcelona president Joan Laporta.
He discusses Lionel Messi’s potential return and reasoning behind past missed opportunities.
Xavi criticizes the club’s handling of leadership changes during his tenure.
The interview touches on Messi’s possible return and the club’s negotiations with his camp.
Xavi reiterates his deep personal connection to Barcelona amid the controversy.
The article notes Zubimendi eventually joined Arsenal for about £60m.

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Xavi says Barcelona blocked his attempt to sign Martin Zubimendi for financial reasons.
Zubimendi was Real Sociedad's rising defensive midfielder before moving to Arsenal in a £60 million deal.
Xavi says Messi deal discussions in 2023 were almost completed before Laporta halted them.
Xavi describes a tense relationship with club president Joan Laporta during his tenure.
Flick reportedly visited Xavi to apologise for the transition period when Xavi left Barcelona.
The article notes Lionel Messi's potential return was in talks but ultimately stalled by management.
Zubimendi's move to Arsenal reportedly occurred in a £60 million deal.
Xavi criticizes the club's internal friction and describes the saga as revealing.
The piece references Xavi's tenure being defined by a gap between sporting vision and club actions.
The interview discusses Barcelona’s financial scrutiny during Xavi’s era.
Goal.com credits the interview as the source of Xavi's revelations.

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