Former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández has been appointed head coach of the Netherlands national team, replacing Ronald Koeman following his departure after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to OneFootball.
The 46-year-old former Spain international has not coached since leaving Barcelona in June 2024 after nearly three years with the club. He has signed a four-year deal through the 2030 World Cup.
Xavi coached Barcelona in 143 games and led the team to the Spanish league championship and Spanish Super Cup in 2023. He previously coached Al-Sadd in Qatar, where the team won seven trophies during his tenure.
The Dutch soccer federation also considered Roberto Martínez and Michael Reiziger for the position.
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