The Barcelona player who was expelled by Xavi Hernandez in January 2022 is interesting. The reason is, some of the names of players who are rumored to be sold are star figures.
Xavi is facing a tough challenge after accepting a job as the new coach of Barcelona. He had to fix Barcelona, which was not in good condition while being handled by Ronald Koeman.
In addition, Xavi also had to face the fact that there were no star players at Barcelona. One of them is Lionel Messi who had to part with Barcelona after his contract was not renewed at the end of the 2021 season. He also moved to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
In the midst of these conditions, Barcelona seemed to suffer. They even just got knocked out of the Champions League competition after only finishing third in the final standings of the group phase. Barcelona must be willing to perform in the European League competition.
No doubt, Xavi is believed to be improving when the 2022 winter transfer market opens. Several names of players are believed to be for sale. Who are they? Here are 5 Barcelona players made by Xavi Hernandez in January 2022.
5. Samuel Umtiti
In fifth place, there is the name Samuel Umtiti. Umtiti’s name has actually long been said to be leaving Barcelona. Rumors have been widely heard since the summer of 2020. But so far, Barcelona has not really realized that plan.
However, the future of the French defender was again speculated ahead of the opening of the 2022 winter transfer market. Because Umtiti’s performance did not seem to satisfy Xavi. If properly released, a number of teams have the opportunity to get his services, such as AC Milan.
4. Oscar Mingueza
Next, there is the name Oscar Mingueza. The Spanish defender is also considered likely to leave Barcelona next month. The reason is, Mingueza has not shown a satisfactory performance so far in the Blaugrana squad – Barcelona’s nickname.
In fact, the 22-year-old was accused of being the culprit in Barcelona’s elimination in the Champions League. Migueza is considered not to work well throughout the Bayern Munich vs Barcelona match. His poor performance made Barcelona battered and beaten by Bayern 0-3.
3. Sergino Dest
The name Sergino Dest is also included in this list. The defender from the United States is also having his future speculated at Barcelona and has the opportunity to be released in the winter of 2022.
However, if it is actually sold, Dest will reportedly not be disappointed. Because, he reportedly really wants to leave Barcelona and has even offered himself to a number of teams, one of which is Bayern Munich. El Nacional media said that Dest had expressed his intention to leave Barcelona to Joan Laporta. He is said to have asked to be sold as soon as possible, even though his contract is still there until 2025.
2. Luuk de Jong
The name Luuk de Jong is actually a bit surprising. Because, it is known that he was only recruited by Barcelona in the summer of 2021. Luuk de Jong was loaned to Barcelona by Ronald Koeman from Sevilla.
Indeed, in the agreed contract, Barcelona will borrow the services of Luuk de Jong until June 30, 2022. However, the performance of this Dutch player has been unsatisfactory since he was officially brought to the Camp Nou Stadium. No doubt, it is predicted that Xavi will not hesitate to let him go.
1. Philippe Coutinho
Lastly, there is the name Philippe Coutinho. This one player has continued to face difficult times at Barcelona since being recruited in the summer of 2021. His name is always crowded when talking about the list of Barcelona players who will be sold in every transfer market opened.
This season, Coutinho also seems to be still struggling to get consistent playing time at Barcelona. The player who was once a mainstay in the Liverpool squad has only appeared in 15 matches in various competitions this season. During that time, he only scored 2 goals. If it is true that Barcelona is released, a number of clubs will diya
