Barcelona endured a difficult return to football since the resumption of the league on June 14. The Blaugrana were two points ahead of Zinedine Zidane’s Real Madrid before the restart of LaLiga Santander.

However, two underwhelming results — draws away from home against Sevilla and Celta Vigo — have already proved to be costly slip-ups for Barcelona. A total of four points dropped, coupled with Madrid’s majestic form now sees them trail Los Blancos by two points at the top. Quique Setien is now reportedly under-fire from the board and could be relieved of his duties before the end of the season.

‘I think that the big problem is a stability issue,’ says former Barcelona midfielder

Speaking on the El Larguero program hosted by Spanish outlet Cadena SER, Jordi remarked;

The 46-year-old former Barcelona youth-team player spoke about the importance of keeping club matters away from the media. He continued,

After spells with Maccabi Tel Aviv and Chongqing Dangdai Lifan, Jordi is currently serving as the head coach of the Ecuador national team. He also has prior experience working as a sporting director, having worked in that capacity for the Israeli giants.

Amidst reports of Setien walking on thin ice at Barcelona, Jordi was questioned about a possible return of club legend Xavi. The Dutchman was irked at the question, and despite wanting to avoid this topic, he responded;

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Jordi believes that Barcelona are still very much alive in the LaLiga title race and that the club must stay strong amidst this uncertainty. The former Manchester United midfielder insisted that it is such rumours that cause panic among clubs. He continued,

There are rumours of a reported rift between Lionel Messi and Setien’s coaching staff, particularly with assistant coach Eder Sarabia. Meanwhile, Arthur’s unexpected sale to Juventus has also been poorly received by the Barcelona squad.

The Catalans prepare to host Atletico Madrid on Wednesday in a match that could potentially decide the fate of the LaLiga Santander title.

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