(UDHAYAM, MADRID) – Ernesto Valverde received a two-year contract, with an option for a third.
Barcelona picked one of its own to improve its winning ways. Former player Ernesto Valverde was hired as the new Coach, the club confirmed on Monday.
The long-time Athletic Bilbao Manager will replace Luis Enrique, who ended his three-year stint after winning the Copa del Rey on Saturday. Mr. Valverde received a two-year contract, with an option for a third. The expected announcement was made by Barcelona President Josep Bartomeu after a club board meeting. Valverde’s official introduction will be on Thursday (01).
