The Athletic FC Podcast

How Barcelona’s toxicity forced Xavi out

After a humiliating defeat on Saturday, Barcelona manager Xavi announced he’d be stepping down from his position at the end of the season. 
So what led Xavi to make this decision when he did? 
And as financial troubles &amp; power struggles continue behind scenes whilst the team struggle on the pitch
What next for Barcelona? 
Is it time for a cultural reset for the club with perhaps the most famous identity in world football? 
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic’s La Liga writer Dermot Corrigan and our FC Barcelona correspondent Pol Ballus
Produced by Jay Beale
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Further reading: Xavi’s Barcelona resignation: The full story behind his decision to step down in June
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The Athletic's flagship football podcast, hosted by Ayo Akinwolere and featuring the likes of David Ornstein, Phil Hay, Adam Crafton and Matt Slater will take you inside the biggest stories in football told by the best reporters in the business. We cut through the noise to tell you what’s really happening - and why it matters.