I regrets doing this transfer with Chelsea – Barcelona coach Xavi finally reveals
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was signed by Chelsea through a transfer agreement with Barcelona.
However, Aubameyang is officially a Chelsea player after the transaction was finalized on the day of the transfer deadline.
Aubameyang was an important player for Barcelona last season, and manager Xavi Hernandez of Barcelona has expressed disappointment over the departure.
Aubameyang joined Barcelona in February and became a big hit there right away. Xavi has expressed regret at the loss of the Gabonese international.
Speaking about Aubameyang, Xavi said: “I feel bad because he helped us a lot.
“He was an example on and off the pitch.
“He made a big difference – look at his numbers. As a person, he’s a jewel and always training with a smile on his face.
“It’s a shame because you want to have these type of players in your squad but it was a good opportunity for him and for the club as well.
“We needed to put the pieces of the puzzle together and in the end, I think we’re all happy.
“But I feel bad as a coach to lose a player like Aubameyang. He was an example for the club and for all players.”