Barcelona president Joan Laporta has reaffirmed hopes of Xavi reversing his resignation decision.

Xavi is to step down at the end of the season.

Laporta told Sport: "We have committed to Xavi who we will talk about at the end of the season. Sometimes decisions are reconsidered. Let's imagine getting a title...

"I think Xavi will think about it and tell us what he wants to do. If we win a title obviously I would like Xavi to continue, I've already told him that. I insist on saying that I accepted this formula because he is Xavi and since I know him, we have an excellent relationship. He was very skilled, he is a legend and has a lot of experience.

"He knew he would do better this way, he felt stronger."