Barcelona offer Valdes update amid exit rumors

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He will miss the trip to Tarragona on Saturday

Barcelona have offered an update on Victor Valdes amid rumors the 37-year-old is set to be sacked as Juvenil A coach.

The club have confirmed he will not travel to Tarragona for Saturday’s match, and he will meet with the club on Monday to discuss if he will continue in his position.

[ÚLTIMA HORA] Victor Valdés no viatjarà demà a Tarragona. La Secretaria Tècnica del futbol formatiu del Club es reunirà amb ell la propera setmana per analitzar la seva continuïtat al càrrec

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Speculation suggests that Valdes has clashed with director of youth football Patrick Kluivert over coaching decisions and player selection.

Other reports claim that Valdes has already told his players he does not expect to continue and could be relieved of his duties on Monday after meeting with the club.

Source: barcablaugranes.com