Porto Boss Sergio Conceicao Considered, to Replace Xavi

Barcelona is on the lookout for a new head coach, and it seems Xavi Hernandez might be replaced. The club has shortlisted a few candidates, including Hansi Flick and Rafa Marquez. Recently, Sergio Conceicao, the current manager of Porto, has also been considered for the role.

According to Diario AS, Deco, who is Barcelona’s sporting director, had a meeting with Conceicao in Portugal to discuss his interest in becoming the head coach. Conceicao seemed interested, which is why he’s now a contender for the job.

Conceicao, who is 49 years old, is likely to leave Porto when the season ends. He was previously thought of for the Barcelona position when Xavi hinted at possibly stepping down.

With Flick and Marquez as the frontrunners, Conceicao’s willingness to join makes him another strong candidate for the club.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has ruled out Conceicao as a candidate. According to Laporta, the Portuguese tactician does not “fit the Barca DNA.”