Revealed: When Barcelona will unveil Hansi Flick as new manager with Xavi sacked despite previous U-turn

The decision to sack Xavi and appoint Flick comes after a detailed vetting process by Barcelona’s sports director, Deco, and the club's president, Joan Laporta. It has been reported that a decisive telephone conversation between Flick and Deco last Wednesday sealed the deal.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Flick's arrival is expected to be officially announced on Monday. He will sign a one-year deal with an option for an additional year contingent on meeting specific objectives.

The club hierarchy were angered with Xavi after he admitted in public that it will be difficult to compete with Real Madrid as financial restraints hold back the Catalan club. And on Friday, the news that he had been sacked was communicated.

“Today Friday, FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta has informed Xavi Hernández that he will not be continuing as first team coach in the 2024-25 season," the club wrote in a statement. "The meeting happened at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper and was also attended by sporting vice-president Rafa Yuste, director of sport Anderson Luís de Souza, Deco, Xavi, Òscar Hernández and Sergio Alegre.

"FC Barcelona wishes to thank Xavi for his work as coach, as well as for his inimitable career as a player and as team captain, and wishes him every future success in the world. Xavi Hernández will be coaching the team for the last time in Sunday's game away to Sevilla. During the course of the next few days, FC Barcelona will be making an announcement regarding the new first team structure."

Known for his attacking style of play and ability to get the best out of his players, Flick is seen as the ideal candidate to lead Barcelona through a transformative period. His experience with top-tier talent and proven track record of success are expected to bring a fresh perspective and renewed vigour to the Catalan giants as they aim to reclaim both domestic and European dominance.