Report: Koeman has already begun preparing for Barcelona’s pre-season

The headlines regarding Ronald Koeman have ceased appearing in the media in recent weeks. After his continuity at the club was made official following a tumultuous negotiation period with Barcelona president Joan Laporta.

The Dutchman stepped up to lead the Catalans at a time where nobody else would have dared to. After the debacles of the 19-20 season, Koeman took the helm to get the team past the 2020-21 season, knowing full well that it would be a tough season of transition.

After a horrid start, but a remarkable resurrection in early 2021, Barcelona were in the running for two big titles, out of which, the Copa del Rey was secured. In La Liga, however, Koeman’s side crumbled after being in pole position to take charge of the title race on numerous occasions.

Now, after much debate, he has been given another opportunity to prove his mettle. And according to the reliable Moises Llorens, he is very keen on taking his second season in charge very seriously. The manager was spotted at the Ciutat Esportiva complexes on Friday.

Reportedly, the Dutchman has already begun his planning for the preseason, which is set to begin in about a week’s time. Koeman has a lot of dilemmas on his hands, especially when it comes to accommodating all the new signings that have arrived at the club so far, with more to potentially follow.

Accommodating the talents of all the team’s new forwards, and planning out the extent of his rotation will be paramount. Moreover, plenty of players are set to make their way out of the club, which he will also have to take into consideration.

One thing is certain for Koeman; there is very little margin for error this time around. The next season is do-or-die.