Ex-Barcelona and Netherlands striker signs contract, but official admits supporters are still behind the sacked Korean ex-boss Shin Tae-yong.

Indonesia announced on Wednesday the appointment of former Netherlands forward Patrick Kluivert as their new men's national team coach, a move to bolster their bid to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

Jakarta: Netherlands and Barcelona legend PatrickKluivertwas named Indonesia coach on Wednesday, with all hopes on him taking the Southeast Asian

Patrick Kluivert is the new national coach of Indonesia. The former Ajax and FC Barcelona forward joins up with the Indonesian Association as the team ranked 127th in the FIFA rankings aim

Just two days after the shock dismissal of Shin Tae-Yong, Netherlands legend Patrick Kluivert has been announced as the new coach of Indonesia. PSSI, Indonesian football's governing body, confirmed the appointment on Wednesday afternoon, with Kluivert signing an initial two-year contract -- through to 2027 -- that has an extension option.

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Indonesia officially appointed Patrick Kluivert as the new coach of the Indonesian national team on . Here's his brief profile.

Indonesia have named former Netherlands and Barcelona striker Patrick Kluivert as their head coach. The 48-year-old replaces South Korean coach Shin Tae-yong, and will look to qualify his new side for the expanded 48-team World Cup in 2026.

Netherlands and Barcelona great Patrick Kluivert was named Indonesia coach on Wednesday, tasked with taking the country to their first World Cup since independence.

Kluivert is scheduled to arrive in Indonesia on Saturday and will be officially introduced to the public the following day.