Setien, the former Real Betis coach, is known for his attractive, attacking football with Barcelona having grown tired of Valverde’s approach even though the club is again top of La Liga and won its Champions League group.
Quique Setién will be the new manager of FC Barcelona. Welcome!
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— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) January 13, 2020
Xavi has expressed a desire to one day become Barcelona coach and the club had discussed waiting until the end of the season to see if they could persuade him.