Well like Xavi said and i have always maintained that its Rijkaard who deprived us from Xavi's offensive game!
from the moment he came he's asked Xavi to pull back, pressur in midfield, occasionally he's played his as DM a few seasons ago in the motta and gerard days.
but those who have watched xavi all along know his classy touch in midfield and more so know that when he does go forward he does it in a cool fashion never losing his mind. Xavi is the quiet midfielder who does his damage without causing much fuss or noise. he's the guy who tells you to look at the scoreboard at the end when you trash talk him
bottom line is i that i've missed his classy flicks near the penalty box of which we've recently seen 1 very classy back heel to Messi against Levante. I hope Rijkaard appreciates Xavi's offensive game from now on because it has brought an unexpected surprise to opponents defending in huge numbers against Messi and Co.
finally we have to appreciate Yaya tourre because it is his excellent presence in midfield that has allowed Xavi to move forward to the danger zone.