Cruyff Jr. persuaded Laporta to keep Coman in charge
On the question of whether Corman will continue to serve as Barca's manager, Laporta's attitude has undergone a 180-degree shift. Barca's president had wanted to fire Koeman but ultimately decided to keep him in office, with sports adviser Cruyff Jr. playing a decisive role behind the scenes, according to TV3
On Friday, Laporta and Cruyff Jr. had a conversation, which the latter felt the need to end media opinion about Koeman and implored Laporta to talk to Koman again and give him another chance. Laporta then made a phone call to the Dutch coach, and after the two sides met on Saturday, Laporta made it clear that Coman would continue as Barca manager.
Koeman and Cruyff Jr. have maintained a good friendship for many years, and according to TV3, from now on, Cruyff Jr. will fight alongside Koeman to maintain the public image of the head coach.
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