Xavi Hernandez has made an unexpected request to Barcelona’s current coach, Hansi Flick, urging him to immediately stop relying on Robert Lewandowski in the starting lineup. This comes as Barcelona is struggling in La Liga, having won only one of their last eight matches, which has left them seven points behind leaders Real Madrid.
The team’s disappointing performance, including a recent 1-1 draw against Getafe, has intensified pressure on both the players and coaching staff. Xavi, in light of these struggles, has issued a stark warning about Lewandowski’s impact on the team. Despite his experience, the Polish striker has missed several easy chances and has been unable to apply sufficient pressure on opposing defenders, weakening both Barcelona’s offensive and defensive capabilities.
Xavi’s suggestion to Flick is that continuing to depend on Lewandowski could harm the team’s future prospects. Xavi shared his own experience, recalling how he tried to move Lewandowski out of the starting lineup during his tenure but was not heeded, and now others are calling for his departure.
