Xavi considering coaching next season, praises Lionel Messi

Former Barcelona midfielder Xavi has reiterated his desire to become a coach once his playing career ends, while praising former teammate Lionel Messi as a "normal person" off the field.

Xavi, 37, is currently playing for Al Sadd in the Qatar Stars League, but has also been taking the first steps in picking up his coaching badges.

The ex-Spain international's contract with Al Sadd, whom he joined in 2015 after ending his 24-year association with Barca, expires next summer, and the 2010 World Cup winner says he'll retire and become a coach soon.

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