Xavi: You have to accept the criticism that no Real Madrid player makes the national team

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Xavi Hernandez has said Luis Enrique’s decision not to include Real Madrid players in the Spanish squad at Euro 2020 was a direct cause of the criticism received by his team.

The former Barcelona midfielder spoke at the start of this year’s ‘Campus Xavi’ in Collell, where he also raised topics such as Lionel Messi’s contract situation.

“We will see how the situation evolves,” Xavi told the Movistar ‘#Vamos’ program.

“I feel that [Messi] is happy in Barcelona. Everything indicates that he is renewing his contract and I think he deserves it.

“Barcelona needs Leo [Messi] and Leo needs Barcelona and in a few days it will happen. He seeks to be happy and he is happy in Barcelona. I’m sure it will happen. “

Barcelona midfielder Pedri maintained his excellent club form in the European Championship, and Xavi praised the 18-year-old.

“It surprised me, especially because of his age, at 18,” Xavi said.

“He shows that he is a class apart. He is an intelligent player, with a lot of qualities and vision … He is a talent and you have to take care of him.”

He went on to say that he was not surprised by the criticism the Spain team received throughout the tournament.

“It seems to me that what is happening is normal because the environment in Spain is very critical and there is little connection between the press and the team,” said Xavi.

“Therefore, it is more difficult to win trophies with Spain, but we did it.

“It is even more difficult if the coach does not bring players from Real Madrid. These criticisms will come and you have to know how to accept them.”

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