Antonio Conte Offered to Barcelona as Xavi's Replacement!

Antonio Conte has emerged as a potential replacement for Barcelona's Xavi, who announced his departure at the end of the season. Reports suggest Conte, who has been unemployed since his dismissal from Tottenham Hotspur in March 2023, is open to discussing the position according to Diario Sport.

Though Conte has offered his services to the club, the Italian is not currently on Barcelona's preferred list at the moment. The club is reportedly exploring the "German route" and maintains hope of securing Jurgen Klopp after his tenure with Liverpool, despite Klopp's representatives expressing that the manager will not be working next season. Another German option being considered is Hansi Flick, the former Bayern and German national team coach.

Antonio Conte is currently in the crosshairs of both Napoli and AC Milan at the moment. Napoli in particular are keen to make Conte their manager immediately, but the Italian wants to make a decision only once the 2023/24 season ends.

Having won the Serie A four times and the Premier League once, Conte is certainly one of the managers with a host of experience. Will his style of play be a good fit for Barcelona? Let me know your thoughts...