Xavi backs Kompany at press conference: recovery and bench spot

At a press conference in Barcelona, Xavi spoke about the Belgian coach Vincent Kompany.

The former playmaker of Barcelona wished the Bayern coach a speedy recovery.

Vincent Kompany could return to the Bayern Munich bench after the international break.

The Belgian coach is currently still resting, while his situation will be further evaluated soon.

At the press conference, Xavi was asked a question about the former Red Devil.

He used the moment to show support for Kompany and referred to the mental strain that comes with the coaching profession.

Xavi prepares with the Netherlands

‘Even with a national team we feel pressure and stress’, Xavi said.

‘Especially when things don’t go as planned. Sometimes it’s hard to get sleep’, he continued.

‘But that’s part of the process and our profession. I don’t know Kompany personally, but I wish him a speedy recovery. He does excellent work at Bayern’, he concluded.

Xavi is meanwhile preparing with the Netherlands for the last two group matches in the Nations League.

The Netherlands will host Greece on Friday at 20.45.

On Monday, also at 20.45, they will face Germany.