Barcelona to discuss veteran star’s contract again as Xavi considers him important

With Xavi Hernandez now deciding to continue as the manager of FC Barcelona for another season, it is likely to have an impact on the future of some of the players at the club.

One such player happens to be veteran star and club captain Sergi Roberto.

The 32-year-old’s contract with Barça expires at the end of the season and there were suggestions that he could be on the move if Xavi does not stay.

Recently, though, it was reported that initial talks over a new deal had taken place between Roberto’s camp and Barcelona.

Fresh talks scheduled soon

Now, bringing an update on the matter, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Barcelona will discuss Roberto’s contract situation again very soon.

This is because Xavi considers the 32-year-old La Masia graduate an important player on the pitch and in the dressing room as well.

Likely to stay for one more year. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

As such, after initial talks between Roberto’s entourage and Barça, there will be a fresh round of discussions over his contract, with the chances of him staying at the club appearing very likely.

Roberto eager to stay

Roberto, for his part, has always maintained that he would prefer to stay at his beloved club for at least another year.

“I hope I can stay at the club for next season as a captain and lift another title,” the captain had commented back in January.

The fact that his wages are not a major burden on the club also supports the possibility of him continuing at the Catalan outfit.

With Xavi’s continuity now a certainty, it could lead to Roberto staying on at Barcelona for one more season, with a new deal on the horizon.