Barcelona's Lionel Messi (L) celebrates his goal against Sevilla with teammate captain Xavi Hernandez during their Spanish first division soccer match at Nou Camp stadium in Barcelona November 22, 2014. REUTERS/Gustau Nacarino
BARCELONA (Reuters) - Barcelona's Xavi has gone from a being a bit part figure to once again leading the midfield and coach Luis Enrique believes he is now fundamental to the team as they prepare to face APOEL in the Champions League on Tuesday.
The veteran captain looked a dejected figure watching from the bench in the opening matches of the season and it seemed arguable whether he made the right decision to stay, having listened to offers to end his career in the U.S. and Qatar.
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