Xavi Hernandez was right and Hansi Flick doesn’t want to see him at Barcelona

Xavi Hernandez faced significant criticism last season over several decisions at Barcelona, particularly regarding Brazilian striker Vitor Roque. Roque, signed in January with high expectations as a promising talent identified by Barcelona’s sporting director Deco, was seen as one of Brazil’s top young prospects. Yet, Xavi’s decision to give him minimal playing time led to backlash from fans and media.

Following Xavi’s departure and Hansi Flick’s appointment as head coach, Barcelona opted to loan Roque to Real Betis to give him regular game time under coach Manuel Pellegrini. The loan aimed to help Roque develop in a lower-pressure environment within La Liga, allowing him to build confidence and refine his skills.

However, Roque’s performances at Real Betis have been disappointing, with inconsistency, missed opportunities, and questionable decision-making in the penalty area. Pellegrini and his coaching team have grown frustrated with his lack of progress, as Roque has struggled to secure a starting role and make a strong impact.

According to *El Nacional*, Hansi Flick recently confirmed that he does not see a reason to bring Roque back to Barcelona yet. This decision supports Xavi’s original assessment, suggesting that Roque’s current level falls short of Barcelona’s expectations. Within the club’s management, there’s a growing sense that Roque’s signing may have been premature, and a permanent departure could be in the cards.

Ultimately, Roque’s underwhelming performance on loan has validated Xavi’s earlier decision, as Barcelona now considers moving on from the young striker.