Ronald Koeman has been confirmed as Valencia coach after signing a two-and-a-half year deal with the Spanish club.
Former PSV boss takes charge at Mestalla
Ronald Koeman has been confirmed as Valencia's new coach after signing a two-and-a-half year deal with the Spanish club.
The Dutchman left his role with PSV Eindhoven earlier this week after agreeing a contract with Valencia.
He has now officially taken charge and replaces Quique Sanchez Flores, who was sacked following Valencia's defeat to Sevilla on Sunday.
"My arrival here, along with my family, has been very positive," Koeman told the Spanish press.
"I have come here with a strong desire and with so many words in my head."
Koeman will be joined by his assistant Tonny Bruins Slot, who also previously worked under Johan Cruyff at Barcelona.
His first game as coach will be Tuesday's Champions League game against Rosenborg, as Oscar Fernandez will remain in caretaker charge for this weekend's match at Real Mallorca.
Koeman will be hoping to have a long run in the job, as Flores was the third manager to have been fired by Valencia in three years.
Predecessors Antonio Lopez and Claudio Ranieri had failed to live up to expectations after the success achieved under previous boss Rafa Benitez.
"We wanted to sign an internationally recognised coach," said Valencia president Juan Soler.
"We are convinced we will be in very good hands. He knows what Valencia's objectives are, he knows the squad and he will bring us the success we want."
