Sergi Roberto presents a strong case for his contract renewal amid uncertainties surrounding coaching changes.
Sergi Roberto returned successfully, playing a crucial role in Barcelona’s Champions League qualification. Xavi Hernández’s decision to ease him back due to Achilles tendon discomfort paid off, as Roberto excelled both on and off the ball, impressing with his distribution and contributing to Lewandowski’s goal. Xavi publicly endorsed the renewal of Roberto’s contract, which ends on June 30, with the club and player yet to establish a timeline.
According to Jordi Gil of SPORT, both parties prefer to wait until the end of the season, especially with uncertainty surrounding the next coach. Despite previous renewals being on an annual basis with modest economic terms, Roberto is open to continuing under similar conditions, given his value to the team. He is admired by the club’s management for his leadership and support for younger players, as well as his rapport with foreign stars like Lewandowski, Gündogan, and Frenkie de Jong.
President Joan Laporta favors Roberto as a symbol of La Masia’s success and hopes he will lead the team into the new stadium. Despite his plans to eventually play in the United States, Roberto, at 32, feels capable of competing at the top level in Europe and sees Barcelona as the ideal place to continue his career.
