Xavi Simons says Barcelona lacked faith in him, chooses PSG for clear project
Xavi Simons told The Sports Agents podcast that Barcelona officials told him they were only offering a contract out of obligation and did not believe in his potential. He said he stayed quiet to focus on his game, but felt the club preferred other players. He added that PSG’s clear project at age 16 made his decision to leave easy, even though leaving Barcelona hurt him and his family.
For Nigerian youths eyeing European clubs, this shows that a big name does not guarantee genuine belief in your talent. Understanding whether a club sees you as part of its project can prevent wasted years at a place where you’re merely filling a spot. Simons’ move to PSG gave him access to top‑level training, and his later move to Tottenham after waiting for Chelsea interest shows the value of patience and clarity.
If you’re weighing offers, would you choose a club with a clear development plan over a famous name that seems to be offering you a contract just to fill a quota?