Xavi’s three tips for Pedri

19 years old and already quite a big one. Since his arrival at Barça in 2020 after an additional year on loan to Las Palmas (he had been bought and loaned to his club in the process), Pedri has immediately established himself as an indisputable starter, whether under the orders of Ronald Koeman, then of Xavi. With the Blaugrana, he has already taken part in 82 matches in all competitions, for 10 goals and seven assists. Bothered by injuries last year, the midfielder seems this time left alone by physical glitches. In addition, he is more closely followed than ever by his new coach who makes him the cornerstone of his project.

Xavi wants a Pedri leader

With this in mind, the Catalan technician would have given three very specific pieces of advice to his player, as revealed this morning by the daily Mundo Deportivo. The first concerns injuries: “don’t hurt yourself”, the former midfielder would have told him, highlighting the importance of recovery and diet in his daily life. The second: “look higher”, Xavi wishing to see his player be more ambitious in the offensive sector. The last, “take a step forward”, the coach hopes to see his player establish himself as a true leader on and off the pitch, despite his 19 years. Valuable advice to follow.