La Liga giant Barcelona expect to secure the signing of new coach Xavi today.
Sport says Barca directors Rafa Yuste and Mateu Alemany are in Doha and currently in talks with Al Sadd president Mohammed bin Hamad.
Xavi will lead Al Sadd against Al Duhail on Thursday and then put pen to paper on a deal with Barca.
The former Barca captain will sign a contract to the end of the season, with a further two years included. It’s also suggested Al Sadd will release Xavi without any demand of compensation.
Xavi is expected in Barcelona on the weekend, though caretaker coach Sergi Barjuan will remain in charge for the clash with Celta Vigo.