Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reflected on Terry Venables’ impact at Barcelona.
The former Barca, Tottenham and England coach passed away over the weekend.
Venables, who took charge of Barca in 1984 and stayed there for three years, won La Liga in 1984/1985.
“When I was a Barca fan he gave us La Liga, I think the first in 11 years. His impact was incredible there,” Guardiola said to reporters.
“He introduced something that hadn’t been before, a certain type of pressing and set pieces. For example, I remember how many goals the central defenders scored.
“Unfortunately we couldn’t win the Champions League in that tie in the final against Steaua Bucharest.
“A true gentleman, the people lived with him. I remember talking to players who played with him, not just as a manager but as a person he was so funny. He was on programmes, singing, Frank Sinatra and things. He was a proper man. I’m so sorry for his family.
“He’s a big loss for English football, his family and wide. I’ve read a lot in the last 24 hours and how many players talk about him is really impressive. Condolences to all his family.”
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