Legendary Dutch footballer Patrick Kluivert to sign as Indonesia head coach

Former footballer Patrick Kluivert from the Netherlands is set to sign as the head coach of the Indonesia national team, replacing South Korea's Shin Tae-yong.

(C) Patrick Kluivert

Prominent former footballer Patrick Kluivert from the Netherlands is set to sign as the head coach of the Indonesia national team, replacing South Korea’s Shin Tae-yong. He is stepping into an independent coaching role after a significant break.

Patrick Kluivert set to sign as new Indonesia head coach, deal done.

2 years plus 2 years option, presentation to take place on January 12 in Indonesia.

The goal is to reach the World Cup qualification. pic.twitter.com/TWdqhN2eCW

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 6, 2025

Fabrizio Romano informed on X that the presentation is going to take place on January 12 in Indonesia and that the agreement includes 2 years and 2 years option. Kluivert aims to build on Indonesia’s recent football progress.

The Dutch footballer’s primary goal is going to be helping Indonesia qualify for the 2026 Cup. Since retiring as a player, he has taken on many coaching roles. His most notable position has been of a sporting director at Paris Saint-Germain.