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– Ronald Koeman says he hopes to stay on as Barcelona coach for many years to come.
– Koeman’s place at the helm of Barca looked uncertain during the close season as president Joan Laporta suggested they could replace him, but he has been trusted to guide the team into the current campaign.
– The Dutch coach’s current deal at Camp Nou expires next summer, but as reported last week that the club will offer him an extension if the team meet their targets for the season.
– Koeman confirmed he would be happy to sign a new contract and is optimistic about the team’s future with the likes of Pedri and Ansu Fati impressing.
– “Yes, of course, I am open to renewal. I am very excited to continue as Barca coach for many years, despite the difficult moments at the club today,” he told Sport.
– Koeman hopes to guide Barca through difficult time.
– “I have always believed that I have a duty to help the club where I am, looking for ways to improve the team without compromising the good of the organisation,” he said.
– “Of course, what is happening at Barca in recent times is something very special. Everything has happened to me!”
