Xavi admits he considered leaving Barcelona over the summer.

Xavi came close to leaving Barca this summer with tempting offers from a Qatari club and several Major League Soccer outfits.

However, the talented midfielder decided to remain in his all-time club.

"We thought that perhaps it (this summer) was the best time to leave the club but in the end, the heart takes over," Xavi said.

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