Ronald Koeman hopes Joan Laporta will give Xavi Hernandez more time and support than he was afforded during his time as the Barcelona coach.
Koeman was sacked in October after a defeat at Rayo Vallecano and on Thursday spoke publicly for the first time since being fired.
The Dutchman was speaking at the launch of the Koeman Cup, a gold even with proceeds going towards the Cruyff Foundation.
"Barcelona's situation is the same as when I was there," Koeman said. "Changing is not always the solution. The only thing I ask is that they support Xavi.
"I hope the president (Laporta) gives him the support that I did not have. Xavi is a legend at Barça and deserves confidence. He's not to blame for how the club is."