“Dirk Kuyt Named Fenerbahce Interim Coach Ahead of Champions League Clash with Liverpool” — what this page in the network covers. Former Netherlands forward Dirk Kuyt has been appointed interim coach of Fenerbahce, just one week before the Turkish side faces his former club Liverpool in the Champions League. The 44-year-old, who scored 71 goals in 285 appearances for Liverpool between 2006 and 2012, steps in after Fenerbahce p The 44-year-old, who scored 71 goals in 285 appearances for Liverpool between 2006 and 2012, steps in after Fenerbahce parted ways with previous coach Jorge Jesus.
Kuyt, who retired in 2018 and has since worked in Feyenoord’s youth setup, takes charge of a Fenerbahce squad currently second in the Turkish Super Lig. The timing adds a sentimental layer to a crucial European tie, with Fenerbahce needing points to advance from Group B. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.