Opinion: Barça keeping Koeman as coach is the intelligent decision
Whatever happens in the next 13 games (12 in La Liga and the Copa del Rey final), Ronald Koeman will remain in charge of Barcelona next season. The Dutch coach has earned the right to continue the construction of the sporting project. Despite the difficulties, he has been capable of creating a team for the present and, above all, for the future. Obviously, more work needs to be done in the summer. Work that should be led by Koeman. He has the credibility to do it.
Throughout his time in charge, he has taken brave decisions that have marked the transformation of a Barça that was sunken by some big defeats. Barça are growing with giant steps, with the impulse added by young players that Koeman has shown confidence in: Pedri, Mingueza, Araujo, Ilaix, Dest, De Jong, Trincao, Dembélé, Ansu... that's the base that Barça have to build on to become champions again. With the support of veterans like Pique, Alba, Busquets and, above all Messi.
That's the future Koeman has to lead. Laporta has decided, with the conviction that it's the best bet, at least, for next season. The dressing room believes in Koeman. In his management, in his decisions, in his tactical work. Beyond the ascendency he has from his playing days as the hero of Wembley and his key role in Cruyff's Dream Team. He knows the squad and knows the academy players who can step up and succeed. He's decided what's needed to strengthen and has found the necessary harmony with the new president to feel comfortable in his role.
In addition, the possibility of the double this season is real. Allowing Koeman to continue building the new Barça (pending the signings of Haaland, Alaba, Eric Garcia, Depay or Aguero) is a practical and intelligent decision. Don't touch what's working. And Koeman's working.
