Xavi has sent clear message to Chelsea as Liam Rosenior is sacked – 'I'd love to'

Xavi has sent clear message to Chelsea as Liam Rosenior is sacked – 'I'd love to'The former Barcelona midfielder has not managed since 2024 but is keen on a return to the dugoutCommentsSportAbbie Meehan Senior Sports Writer08:41, 23 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesXavi has sent a clear message to the Chelsea hierarchy(Image: Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Xavi is one of the names linked with taking over at Chelsea following Liam Rosenior's sacking on Wednesday. And the Barcelona icon has already admitted that he would love the chance to manage in the Premier League.‌Rosenior was appointed Blues manager on January 6 on a six-year deal. However, after a run of five consecutive league defeats without scoring and the club's worst period without wins and goals since 1912, the former defender was shown the door.‌Now, the search for a new manager at Stamford Bridge is on and Xavi could be that option. The ex-Spain international, who won La Liga with Barcelona both as player and manager, revealed in 2025 that he wants another job on the touchline.‌When asked about a return to management, Xavi told The Athletic: "Of course? Where, I don’t know. There’s no hurry for me, but I’d like a good project.FOLLOW OUR CHELSEA FB PAGE! Latest Blues news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageREAD MORE: Jurgen Klopp has made stance on Chelsea job clear as Liam Rosenior is sackedREAD MORE: How Chelsea could line up under Cesc Fabregas in dream scenario with three new signings"Like, ‘You have four years to work and make a project’. I’d love to work in the Premier League because I love the passion there. In Spain, it’s too much about the result."‌The 46-year-old pointed out Mikel Arteta's time at Arsenal as an example of a long-term project. The Gunners boss has spent over six years in north London overseeing proceedings and is still in contention for the Premier League and Champions League this season.View 3 ImagesXavi may be eyeing a sp...