He wants to follow in Xavi's footsteps, Iniesta's message for all of Barcelona

Andrés Iniesta, the iconic Spanish midfielder, has revealed his ambitions to one day coach Barcelona. In a recent interview with SPORT, the World Cup winner expressed his desire to return to the club in a coaching capacity.

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Since announcing his retirement from professional football, Iniesta has been exploring new opportunities. When asked about the possibility of managing Barcelona in the future, he responded with enthusiasm. "Right now, I want to start training, learning everything outside the pitch, and then we'll see what happens," said Iniesta. "Becoming Barcelona's coach is a huge thing, but for now, I want to progress and see what happens."

The former Barcelona captain, who has been linked with various coaching roles since retiring, clearly has a deep affection for the club. He expressed his desire to be involved with both Barcelona and the Spanish national team in the future, but emphasized his focus on short-term goals for now.

Iniesta's comments have generated excitement among Barcelona fans, who would love to see their former hero return to the club in a coaching capacity. However, the Spaniard has made it clear that he is in no rush and is eager to gain the necessary experience before taking on such a demanding role.