Hiddink for Argentina?
It hasn’t taken long for the Hiddink rumours to start.
Although the smart money appears to say that Guus Hiddink is Chelsea bound for the 2010/11 season as technical director, he has some space in his calendar before then.
The friendship developed with Roman Abramovic may well see him back in London but surely a boss of Hiddink’s calibre should be at the World Cup, especially as he has cultivated a reputation as a trouble shooter who can work wonders with limited resources.
There is an argument that if he can do that with Australia and South Korea, what could he do with a major nation?
Obviously Guus has controlled the Dutch national team but there is always internal politics to deal with from that squad. The world may just get to see what Guus can do if Argentina follow up their interest.
Maradona has been banned from all football activity for a period of two months but there are concerns over whether he is the man to lead Argentina to the World Cup?
A squad containing Messi, Tevez, Higuain, Heinze, Mascherano and Aimar should not be struggling in the manner that they are.
National hero he may be but the greatest players don’t necessarily make the best coaches and Diego is likely to be out-thought in the tighter matches in South Africa.
It makes perfect sense for Diego to bow out, he will remain the peoples champion who guided the nation to the World Cup but can rightfully step aside to allow an experienced boss take control and hopefully guide the team to glory.
Maradona could even remain in post but work alongside Hiddink, hopefully capturing the blend of enthusiasm and tactical awareness which could make all the difference at a major tournament.
Thanks to dedo2083
These partnerships don’t always work out but an Argentina with Maradona and Hiddink at the helm would be far more dangerous than a Diego led team. As for Hiddink’s initial thoughts on the role, he answered;
“We know each other well. It even makes me smile thinking about it.”
There is the small nature of a contrct with the Russian Footbll Federation to negotiate but the race for Hiddink is definitely on.
Who do you think Guus should manage at the 2010 World Cup?
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