Barcelona, Spain
Controversy. Ronald Koeman, FC Barcelona coach, has caused a great stir in recent hours by leaving several darts the same president Joan Laporta of the Catalan ensemble.
The technical director has pointed out Joan Laporta, “spoke too much” after the top manager spoke about the strategist’s contract at the head of the Catalan team.
“My relationship with Laporta has improved, however last week something happened that I think is not right. He was suggesting that the coach doesn’t have all the power. He talked too much and was not prudent on two occasions“, He assured in statements he gave to the Dutch television NOS.
And he added: “This can be done in private. I like it when a president is engaged and asks questions, only that this doesn’t have to happen in the press. That was the problem. “
Koeman acknowledged that he wants to stay on the bench at FC Barcelona beyond the month of June and did so with a somewhat controversial phrase:
“I’m open to staying, I’m having a good time. Thanks to me, this club has a future “, He indicated and immediately his words generated all sorts of comments.
And he concluded: “There are two years left to fight again with teams like Manchester City or Chelsea. We have to accept that we can’t do things that should be done. It’s time for young people. We need to focus and give them a chance. “