Xavi Hernández agrees to manage Dutch national soccer team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Xavi Hernández has reached an agreement to return as a manager, set to lead the Dutch national team. This decision comes after a two-year absence from coaching, following his departure from Barcelona at the end of the 2023/24 season. Xavi's verbal agreement was confirmed by journalists, noting he will replace Ronald Koeman. He is also looking to add former Barcelona player Patrick Kluivert to his coaching staff.
- •Xavi agreed to manage the Dutch national team.
- •He has been away from coaching for over two years.
- •Xavi will replace Ronald Koeman in this role.
- •Reports indicate Patrick Kluivert may join his staff.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona legend Xavi agrees return to management
"Former Barcelona midfielder and head coach Xavi Hernández has this week at long last reached an agreement to return to the touchline as a manager.This comes amid the understanding that a deal has bee...
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