Valverde has the Blaugrana’s full support, claims Abidal
Barcelona may be at the summit of La Liga, level on points with arch-rivals Real Madrid, but the inconsistency of their performances and their style of play this season have raised questions over Valverde’s leadership at the club.
The Spanish champions have been defeated thrice this term, including their 3-1 defeat to Levante; and have failed to establish easy victories against the likes of Slavia Prague in the Champions League. Furthermore, the Blaugrana’s elimination from Europe after defeats to Roma in 2017-18 and Liverpool in 2018-19 remains etched in the minds of dissatisfied supporters.
Valverde’s future at the Camp Nou continues to be the subject of endless speculation but Abidal believes the Spaniard has the backing of the club’s backroom staff.
Speaking to Sport English, he said,
The former Barcelona defender added,
River Plate boss Marcelo Gallardo and Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman have both been linked with the managerial role in Barcelona but it appears Valverde’s position at the club is secure for now.
The Catalan giants will return to action this Saturday when they face Leganes in La Liga.
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