The Polish striker emphasized the legacy of his former coach and was of the opinion that he did “a great job” for Barcelona.
Robert Lewandowski gave an extensive interview to the BBC in which he discussed various topics about his career and his time at Barça. He emphasized that he learns a lot from the youth, but also took the opportunity to praise Xavi Hernández and his work as a Barça coach.
Lewandowski was one of the new faces at the start of Xavi's project on the Barça Bank, and the attacker wanted to express his gratitude for the treatment he received from him, who facilitated his adaptation to the club and his environment.
“He was a very important person for me when I came to Barcelona in the first few months and also afterwards. I played against him like a player, and then he became my coach. I tried to help him and saw that he had something special to be a great coach. Xavi's legacy with the team.
It is worth remembering that Lewandowski was one of the players who devoted a sincere message to Xavi after it was confirmed that he would no longer be in charge of Barça, a gesture of gratitude for the two seasons they shared as Blaugrana players.
“It has been an honor to play for your team, Xavi! You will always be part of Barça's great history, and I am very proud that I have written an incredible chapter of my life with you in this great club. Thank you and good luck, Xavi!” Lewandowski wrote to Xavi.
Xavi Hernández coached Lewandowski in a total of 95 games for Barça, in which the Paal scored 59 goals and offered 17 assists. Now the resident of Terrassa is still waiting for his chance to manage another team and continue his coaching career.