Xavi Pascual expected to leave Barcelona amid interest from Dubai BC

Xavi Pascual is reportedly close to departing his position as head coach of Barcelona following a disappointing season. The 53-year-old coach is dissatisfied with the club's failure to make promised roster additions since his appointment last November. Barcelona's administration is reportedly open to his exit, as it would provide a 300,000 euro buyout and salary savings. Ibon Navarro is considered the primary candidate to replace him at the helm of the Catalan team. Meanwhile, Dubai BC has emerged as the frontrunner to secure Pascual's services, with reports also mentioning potential interest from Panathinaikos and Hapoel Tel Aviv. Additionally, Vasilis Spanoulis is reportedly being monitored by Barcelona as another potential candidate for the coaching role. Barcelona's recent performance included a 10th place finish in the EuroLeague play-in and a semi-final exit in the domestic cup.