Xavi has signed a three-year deal with Al Saad SC worth €30 million.
Xavi will replace Raul.
Xavi had spent his entire career with Barcelona.
While with Al Saad, Xavi will also act as an adviser to the Aspire Academy and also plans to study for his coaching license.
Xavi also had options in the MLS, but the financial package in Qatar was far stronger.