Dirk Kuyt is Fenerbahce's interim boss, and his first big test is a Champions League tie against his old club Liverpool.
Dirk Kuyt has been handed the Fenerbahce reins on an interim basis, and the timing could hardly be more dramatic. In a week, he will be in the dugout for a Champions League clash with Liverpool, the club where he became a fan favourite.
The former Netherlands forward is known for his relentless work rate and tireless pressing. He built his reputation at Anfield as a player who gave everything for the shirt, and he also spent time at Fenerbahce as a player. He now returns to Turkey in a very different role, with the pressure of European football front and centre.
The interim tag means Kuyt has little time to settle in. He has just days to put his stamp on the squad, sharpen the tactical plan and get the dressing room ready for one of the biggest nights on the continental calendar.
For Kuyt, the tie is both an emotional reunion and a serious test of his coaching credentials. He faces a familiar badge, and a stage that rarely forgives a slow start.
