Holland coach and former Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman has taken aim at Luis Enrique after his "Barca DNA" claims this week. Before last night's Champions League defeat for his PSG by Barca, Enrique claimed his style of play suited the Blaugrana better than the work of Xavi.
Following their impressive victory against Scotland, Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman has heavily praised AC Milan midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, deeming him ‘undroppable’ in an interview after the game.
Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman was full of praise for Milan midfielder Tijjani Reijnders following his side’s 4-0 victory over Scotland in an international friendly on Friday evening, insisting that ‘he can’t be left out of the Oranje’.
Holland coach Ronald Koeman admits he didn't enjoy his time in charge of Barcelona. Koeman was reacting to Xavi's resignation last week. He told : "It's much more fun to be a Barcelona player than a coach and Xavi, as a Catalan and son of the club, he will surely have noticed it.
Former Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman has backed his successor Xavi Hernandez in his comments regarding the experience of coaching at Camp Nou. After announcing his resignation at the end of the season, Xavi told the press that the job was not enjoyable, cruel, and was not worth it – Koeman says it also damaged him.
Holland coach Ronald Koeman says Inter Milan fullback Denzel Dumfries may miss the Euros. Koeman says Dumfries' lack of games this season is a concern.
Junior Firpo has revealed what former manager Ronald Koeman said to him during his time at Barcelona. Firpo signed for Leeds from Barcelona for a reported £12.8 million in 2021 after he failed to nail down a spot at his dream club.
Former Barcelona defender Junior Firpo has explained that he lost all hope of winning back a useful squad role at Camp Nou, due to his conversations with then manager Ronald Koeman.
Holland coach Ronald Koeman admits he's tapped goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen for information on Republic of Ireland striker Evan Ferguson. The pair are Brighton teammates and set to start in their Euro2024 qualifier.
Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman only had words of praise when discussing Inter Milan defender Stefan de Vrij. The 31-year-old isn’t always a starter, but has been a reliable option at the back for both club and country.
Holland coach Ronald Koeman says Ryan Gravenberch's exile from his squad is over. Koeman had banned the midfielder after he turned down selection with the U21s following his move to Liverpool.
Ronald Koeman has spoken about the prospects of Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch featuring in the Netherlands squad for Euro 2024 next summer. The Oranje are assured of at least a play-off place for the finals and will qualify directly with a game to spare if they win at home to Republic of Ireland on 18 November.
Ronald Koeman has been impressed with Virgil van Dijk’s recent displays in international matches. The Netherlands head coach did, however, point to one area the No.4 could improve: his leadership abilities.
Barcelona have had to fast-track their young talents into the first team of late, with the Blaugrana short on resources, and beset by injuries. But since Ronald Koeman came in three years ago, Barcelona have once again started giving their youngsters opportunities.
Netherlands coach Ronaldo Koeman has left no doubt about the position of Inter Milan wingback in the Oranje squad. The coach in a press conference ahead
With the World Cup campaign over, many national teams are changing course and in particular, managers. Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal has stepped down from the Dutch national team for the third time, after becoming the coach with the most wins (40).
Former Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman does not have any explanation for Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar’s lengthy injury history. The PSG star managed to avoid any major injury over the first half of the club season, but in his very first fixture with the Brazil national team at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, he suffered a notable ankle injury.
In recent years, Barcelona haven't had the best of success when it comes to hiring competent coaches. Many Barcelona supporters perceive Xavi as the team's savior, but is that the case?
Erik ten Hag has experienced a mixed start to life at Manchester United but the Dutchman has recovered from a miserable first two games, winning the last four in the league.
Former Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman has claimed club president Joan Laporta deliberately blocked a transfer move for Gini Wijnaldum in 2021. La Blaugrana were tracking the former PSV midfielder ahead of the 2021/22 campaign following his decision to leave Liverpool on a free transfer.
The 2021 summer transfer window was filled with surprise moves after another, including former Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum’s decision to snub Barcelona in favor of a move to Paris Saint-Germain.
Former Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman has urged the club not to sell Frenkie de Jong to Manchester United. The Dutch international is United’s main transfer target this summer as Erik ten Hag looks to rebuild the squad at Old Trafford.
Barcelona are interested in signing French defender Jules Kounde of Sevilla. For this reason, a player who was previously part of Ronald Koeman's intentions could now be included in the agreement.
Guardiola spent four years managing Barcelona, as he won 14 trophies and created one of the most successful teams in modern footballing history between 2008 and 2012. The Catalonian spent much of his early footballing career at Barcelona, before becoming first-team head coach in 2008, just one year after coaching Barcelona's B team.
Almost mercifully, the Ronald Koeman era at Barcelona has ended.
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