New Lekhwiya coach Michael Laudrup wants to tempt Barcelona midfielder Xavi to Qatar.

Marca says Laudrup is pushing for the player after the offers which Xavi had received from Al-Arabi and El-Jaish fell through.

There is still no specific offer on the table from Lekhwiya, but one should be formalised over the coming days.

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