He became Luis Enrique's number two at Celta Vigo in 2013, joining him at Barca in 2014. The Barca and Spain midfielder also praised Valverde, who was reportedly close to becoming Barca coach in 2013 when Tito Vilanova was forced to leave due to ill health but had already committed to taking charge of Athletic. Barca defender Pique is also backing Unzue. Croatian midfielder Rakitic said Unzue had a good understanding with the players. "Luis Enrique has his staff but Unzue has his own ideas.

Source: The Star March 17, 2017 10:07 UTC