Barcelona President Joan Laporta Suggests Rafael Marquez as Potential Manager, Takes Dig at Xavi

The Barcelona President, Joan Laporta, discusses the prospect of Barca Atletic manager Rafael Marquez taking over the senior side in the summer. He also takes a backhanded shot at Xavi Hernandez’s departure from the club.

Laporta’s Praise for Rafael Marquez

Laporta praises Rafael Marquez’s coaching abilities and does not rule out the possibility of him taking over the senior side, citing his knowledge of the players and his impressive work.

Departure of Garcia Pimienta

Laporta addresses the departure of Francisco Javier Garcia Pimienta and expresses his confidence in Marquez’s coaching abilities, despite the departure of the former.

Potential Budget Constraints

It is suggested that Marquez is seen as a cheaper option for the manager position, with Laporta admitting that alternative solutions may be necessary if budget constraints are not met.