Overview
- Spanish outlet Fichajes, relayed by UK sites, reports Manchester United are monitoring Xavi Hernández as a contingency option to replace Rúben Amorim.
- Coverage says neither United nor Tottenham have made contact with Xavi, though that stance could change if results fail to improve in the coming weeks.
- Xavi has been out of work since leaving Barcelona in summer 2024 and is reportedly ready to return if the right project is offered.
- Tottenham are also linked with interest in Xavi as pressure grows on Thomas Frank following a patchy run of form.
- Amorim’s tenure remains under scrutiny after mixed performances, with a reported 21 wins and 20 defeats in 55 games and significant investment of more than £200m in the squad over the summer.