Who would have thought that this seemingly unattainable wish could now become a reality. As South Korea was eliminated by Jordan in the quarterfinals of the Asian Cup, the Korean Football Association (KFA) quickly terminated Klinsmann's contract, which greatly increased the likelihood of Klinsmann taking over the Chinese men's soccer team.
Although the 60-year-old Klinsmann is 10 years younger than the 70-year-old Ivankovic, his coaching experience is undoubtedly richer and better than the latter. Klinsmann has coached Bundesliga teams such as Bayern and Hertha Berlin in the German national team and clubs, and his understanding of modern soccer and the use of tactics have reached world-class levels. What's more, Klinsmann's annual salary requirement is not high, only 2.1 million euros, the CFA can accept.
While Ivankovic demanded a lower annual salary, Klinsmann was undoubtedly better in terms of value for money, the changes he brought to the team, and the transformation of his technical style. In addition, Klinsmann's dismissal gives the CFA greater initiative in selecting coaches and negotiations. Even if the CFA doesn't choose him in the end, he can still bargain with Ivankovic as a bargaining chip for the FA.
As we all know, the selection of coaches by the FA is not only related to the future of the team, but also reflects the development ideas and determination of Chinese soccer. Whether it is Ivankovic or Klinsmann, they are both world-class coaches with rich coaching experience and unique tactical concepts. No matter who can take over the national soccer team, they are much more reliable than Jankovic.
For the FA, they should make decisions based on the actual needs and long-term plans of the national soccer team, rather than just considering short-term results. At the same time, the selection of coaches for the national soccer team is only a part of improving the strength of the team, what is more important is the establishment of a scientific training system, a perfect mechanism for talent cultivation, and the strengthening of communication and cooperation with international soccer. Only in this way can the Chinese men's soccer team play a better role in the international arena and make a real breakthrough in terms of performance.
