Koeman warns Gary Neville on complicated Valencia

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Ronald Koeman has warned Gary Neville that taking charge
at Valencia is an "extremely complicated" job.

Southampton manager Koeman lasted just six months at
the Mestalla despite lifting the Copa del Rey trophy with a
3-1 triumph over Getafe.

The Dutch boss exited the post in April 2008 following a 5-1
defeat to Athletic Bilbao and Koeman has warned the
England assistant about the challenges he should expect to
face.

"It's a very difficult place to manage," Koeman said.

"When I was there it was extremely complicated, nothing
worked. And it is still complicated now.

"It is important to learn the language. Does he speak it? I
don't know.

"He has his brother Phil there but it is not the same if
someone has to translate for you. Even so, working with his
brother will be special."

Neville will take charge of the La Liga outfit following their

home fixture with league leaders Barcelona on Saturday.