Dutch chief reveals Saints boss Koeman plans as Blind under fire and Man Utd in turmoil

Ronald Koeman appears to be staying at Southampton after officials ruled out sacking Danny Blind

OFFICIALS in Holland have dismissed reports that Ronald Koeman could be poised to take over as boss of the Dutch national team.

 

The Southampton manager's future has been the subject of increased speculation as Danny Blind has come come under pressure.

Blind only took the reins for Holland recently but has endured a difficult start, with two losses in his first two games.

 

Danny Blind is not facing the sack. He's only been our manager for two games. Despite losing both, we could still qualify for the European Championship

Dutch FA

Holland's hopes of qualifying for Euro 2016 are now in the balance, however, a spokesperson from the FA in Holland dismissed claims Blind will be prematurely let go.

 

Blind has come under pressure after a terrible start to life as Holland boss

"Danny Blind is not facing the sack," they said. "He's only been our manager for two games. Despite losing both, we could still qualify for the European Championship.

“Blind signed a contract keeping him with us until the World Cup in 2018. Within that contract there is an agreement for him to meet the Board of Directors after the European qualification period. 

 

"That will still happen in the next couple of months to see if they're still happy with him".

Holland suffered a home loss to Iceland in Blind's first game in charge before being swept aside 3-0 in Turkey.

They are now relying on other results to even claim a play-off spot in Group A.

And as the pressure mounts on the former Ajax defender, reports suggest he is not the only member of the family who is going through a tough time.

 

Louis van Gaal is another Dutch manager under pressure after reported turmoil at Manchester United

Son Daley's club Manchester United appear to be embroiled in an internal crisis, with players reported to be unhappy with manager Louis van Gaal.

But as two Dutch managers come under fire, Saints boss Koeman could be in high demand.

The Dutch legend is an obvious choice as a potential successor to Blind after carving out a fearsome reputation on the south coast. 

However, Saints fans will be keen to see him stay after witnessing an exodus of players over the last two summers.