Deco creates new key role at Barcelona for returning Bojan Krkic

Former Barcelona striker Bojan Krkic is returning to the club.

Bojan is to be named new loan manager and liaison coach by Barca sports chief Deco.

He will manage the club's loan players sent away this season, while also offering support to young players moving between the senior squad and Barca Atletic. He will also assist the Cadet B coaching staff.

Bojan will become the first loan manager for Barca.

The former forward, 33, announced his retirement in March. A formal presentation media conference is expected next week.