Barcelona continues to be plagued by financial problems, and many veterans are facing purges. It was rumored that Saji Roberto, whose contract expires at the end of the season, would be dropped, but coach Xavi has recently publicly demanded that Barcelona extend his contract to ensure that he stays in the team next season.
The 31-year-old Saji Roberto has been relegated to the back-up position this season, but with the recent injuries, he has not performed well as a substitute. Xavi said recently, "I will suggest that the club extend the contract of Saji Roberto, who is very important to the team and can play in many positions. I don't need to explain too much about the tactics to him, and he is already well acquainted with Barcelona. Saji Roberto is a person with high self-requirements, always giving 100%, I am very satisfied with his performance."
