Busquets is interested in Saudi Arabia, but Xavi has asked the experienced player to stay in Barcelona

The future of Spanish midfielder Sergio Busquets is unclear for now. Al Nassr is interested in the experienced player, but the coach of the Catalan team Xavi would like to keep him in the team for at least one more year.

Sergio Busquets is among several players whose contract at Barcelona expires after this season. Thus, the club has also started negotiations with him about his future, however, he has not yet decided on his next steps either.

The Barcelona management would be interested in a contract extension and it is not surprising. Busquets is a club legend and has a significant influence on the development of young players. The captain’s armband he wears during matches is also a testament to his importance to the team.

However, Busquets’ influence in terms of play cannot be as pronounced as it used to be at the age of thirty-four. The club must look for other alternatives and give other players a chance. Also, the fans have already perceived the advanced age of the Spanish midfielder.

Thus, after some matches, there has been harsh criticism on his performance. This was also one of the reasons why the world and European champion started thinking about leaving. There were several options for a possible next engagement.

The 33-year-old Spanish midfielder was planning to leave for one of the teams playing in the MLS. He could also end his career there. However, Al Nassr, who is very keen on the Barcelona midfielder, soon stepped in.

Busquets is thus deciding between MLS and Saudi Arabia. An engagement at Al Nassr would be very interesting as he would meet Cristiano Ronaldo in the same jersey. The third option is of course a contract extension at Barcelona.

Xavi would love to keep Busquets in the team. He knows about his importance in the cabin, plus he believes he still has something to offer on the pitch. Barcelona’s captain Gerard Piqué left during the season, so he doesn’t want to lose another one.

So the Spanish coach initiated a meeting with Busquets in which he asked him to stay at Camp Nou for at least another year. Xavi has a great influence on the player, so it is possible that this is what will make the Barcelona legend really extend his contract with the club.

Source: COPE