Rijkaard ready to boss Saudis for €15.9m

FORMER Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard will sign a contract to lead Saudi Arabia, according to an official from the team on yesterday.

Thu, 30 Jun, 2011 - 01:00

James Whelan

Saudi Arabia official Mohamed al-Mesael said Rijkaard is expected to a sign a three-year deal worth €15.9m in London today.

The former Netherlands midfielder was fired as Barcelona coach in 2008 after leading them to two Spanish championships and the Champions League title over five years.

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