Feyenoord Targets Sparta Assistant Said Bakkati for Technical Staff Boost
Feyenoord is looking to strengthen its coaching ranks by targeting Sparta Rotterdam assistant Said Bakkati. The Rotterdam giants are reportedly keen to bring the former Ajax coach into their technical staff to serve as a field trainer, according to reports from AD.nl and Voetbalzone.
The move has reportedly caught Sparta Rotterdam by surprise. While an offer is said to be ready for Bakkati, the “Kasteelclub” is not eager to let their assistant depart. According to Rijnmond, Sparta is currently looking to extend Bakkati’s contract, which is nearing its expiration.
Feyenoord’s interest in Bakkati is part of a broader strategy to refine their technical leadership. The club’s pursuit of the former Ajax staff member suggests a desire to integrate more tactical experience into their daily training operations.
This potential addition comes amid further reports of a significant reshuffle within the Feyenoord dugout. According to VoetbalPrimeur, Feyenoord intends to keep Dick Advocaat alongside Robin van Persie for the next season. However, this arrangement may come at the expense of Hake, who could be displaced to make room for the veteran leadership.
As Feyenoord continues to calibrate its coaching staff for the upcoming campaign, the outcome of the Bakkati situation will likely depend on whether Sparta can successfully lock down their assistant with a new deal or if Feyenoord’s offer proves too compelling to ignore, as noted by FR12.nl.
