Vilajoana worked with Pimienta inside the La Masia academy during his time in charge.
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He told AS: "I would have given him the first team when the board decided to dismiss (Ernesto) Valverde.
"I have always maintained that we are also a coaching school. If we were going to take a risk, it would be better to give the opportunity to someone from the house."
On Xavi, Vilajoana also said: "I think he had the problem of inexperience. And I'm not just referring to him, but to a good part of his staff. At this level it usually takes its toll. Being a great player doesn't guarantee you'll be a great coach."