Multiple reports before Barca's match against Rayo Vallecano said president Joan Laporta had decided to sack coach Xavi Hernandez, just weeks after the former Barca midfield great confirmed he would stay.

"Barca yes, Laporta no," chanted some fans in response, although others whistled them with opinions split.

Robert Lewandowski fired Barcelona ahead early on after Lamine Yamal drafted a cross to the back post, with the 16-year-old making his 50th appearance for the club.

Rayo came close on a few occasions before substitute Pedri doubled Barcelona's lead after some fine footwork by Joao Felix.

The Canary Islander, bursting into form ahead of Euro 2024, ran in behind the defence to add his second from Ronald Araujo's perfect long ball.

Last season's champions Barcelona failed to win any silverware in a disappointing campaign.

"To be totally honest, I didn't like it," Xavi told reporters when asked about the chants against Laporta.

"It's not nice for me. What I want is that the family is good, but it's the fans who decide.

"I feel appreciation from the fans but I didn't like the chants against the president."

Xavi reiterated his words before the game, saying the club conveyed "calmness" to him and that there was no development to report on his future.