Koeman stepped onto the press conference podium at the launching ceremony as the new Barca coach at the Nou Camp on August 19.
In recent days, an interview with Koeman from January 2019 with reporter Ricard Torquemada on Esport3 was suddenly rediscovered.
Unexpectedly, Koeman’s `several years` estimate is optimistic, and replacing the above pillars will be his own task.
Images of Koeman and the 10 best goals ever scored in a Barca shirt are compiled.
A former Barca legend returns, with the responsibility of saying goodbye to other legends who were even more successful than he was during his playing days.
`We chose Koeman, because he understands Barca well, and we also know him well: from his people, his thinking to the playing style he applies,` President Bartomeu explained.
Koeman is the fifth Dutch coach in Barca history, after Rinus Michels, Johan Cruyff, Frank Rijkaard and Louis van Gaal.
Before returning to Barca, Koeman led nine clubs but their achievements were not really outstanding, including painful defeats at Valencia and Everton.
Koema is just starting to find success leading the Dutch team.
When mentioning plans for the team, Koeman did not forget captain Messi.
When mentioning plans for the team, Koeman did not forget captain Messi.
Koeman’s success with the young Dutch team is a clear proof.
But no matter how famous he is, Koeman still faces a mountain of responsibility.
Convincing Messi to stay, and replacing icons like Busquets, will be the biggest challenge for Koeman after he takes charge at Barca.
All teams are financially affected by the Covid-19 pandemic and there is no need to be nervous when Barca has clearly revealed its intention to sell.
A similar story happened at Valencia, when Koeman tried to fight to protect president Juan Soler.
In 2014, Albeda wrote on Twitter: `I wish that one day, Koeman would lead Barca. Then maybe the tournament will become more balanced.`
Koeman’s own words a year ago now come true for him, because in order to survive, let alone succeed at Camp Nou, he will need a lot of luck.
