Ronald Koeman set to return as Netherlands boss after World Cup following Louis van Gaal's cancer diagnosis

Ronald Koeman will return as manager of the Netherlands after the World Cup with current Oranje boss Louis van Gaal set to step down following his cancer diagnosis. Van Gaal, who revealed his illness to the public on Dutch TV last week, will continue in his post until the tournament in Qatar but will cede duties from then on to Koeman, who will begin work at the start of 2023. Ad/> Koeman held the Dutch job himself between 2018 and 2020 before leaving to take over at Barcelona.

However, Koeman was sacked by the Blaugrana last October and has been out of work since. World Cup‘A World Cup to never forget’ — Van Dijk chasing success for Van Gaal after cancer diagnosisYESTERDAY AT 17:38 In a statement announcing his return, ex-Southampton and Everton boss Koeman said: “I am looking forward to the new collaboration. «A little over a year and a half ago, I certainly did not leave the Dutch national team out of dissatisfaction.

»My stay felt good, the results were good and the click with the internationals was good. We will soon continue on that path. That is certain for me.” /> Van Gaal revealed he had been consulted over the appointment, and told De Telegraaf: «A year ago, I was the only coach available who had experience, that now applies to Koeman.

»He would be a good successor." Marianne van Leeuwen, the Dutch FA's chief executive of professional football, revealed that her organisation had moved quickly once they had become aware of Van Gaal's condition. Three teams capable of denying Xavi’s Barcelona the Europa League crown Can Messi win Ballon d’Or No. 8? — Five favourites rated She said: «We are very happy that Ronald will return next year.