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Xavi Takes Charge of the Netherlands: New Coach Announced Officially

August 13, 2026Diego Herrera2 мин

Xavi, the former Barcelona midfielder and coach, has been appointed as the new head coach of the Netherlands national team. The official announcement was made by the Dutch national team on their social media channels.

The Spanish football legend has signed a contract that will keep him at the helm until 2030. This marks Xavi's first experience managing a national team, and his third managerial role after his stints with Al-Sadd in Qatar and Barcelona in Spain.

Following the departure of Ronald Koeman, the Netherlands national team has opted for Xavi to lead them. Details of the agreement have been finalized with the Dutch Football Association. There is speculation that former Dutch striker and Xavi's ex-Barcelona teammate, Patrick Kluivert, might join Xavi's coaching staff.

Xavi Succeeds Koeman as Netherlands Manager

Xavi, who was recently linked with a move to AC Milan, is embarking on a new chapter in his coaching career. This appointment sees him transition from club management to international football.

His previous coaching experience includes two seasons with Al-Sadd and a significant period at the helm of Barcelona. Now, he will guide the Dutch national team, succeeding Ronald Koeman.

The agreement between Xavi and the Dutch federation is confirmed. It is also rumored that Patrick Kluivert, a renowned former Dutch forward and Xavi's former teammate at Barcelona, could be part of the new coaching setup.

English Translation:

Xavi is the new coach of the Netherlands. The former Barcelona midfielder and coach has signed a contract until 2030. The announcement came on the official profiles of the Dutch national team: 'We are proud to present our new coach. Welcome, Xavi Hernandez.'

Netherlands, Xavi is the Post-Koeman Choice

For Xavi, who was recently considered by Milan, this is his first experience coaching a national team, and his third as a coach after two seasons at Al-Sadd and a three-year spell at Barcelona. After Koeman's departure, the Netherlands is starting anew with Xavi. The agreement with the Dutch federation has been finalized. Patrick Kluivert, former Dutch striker and Xavi's teammate at Barcelona, could also join the Spaniard's staff.