Russian coach Vladimir Krikunov told he was ready to continue working at any club KHL including “AK Bars” but at the same time considers discussing the option with Kazan premature.
Ak Bars have lost five of their last six matches. The news appeared in the media that Oleg Znark could be removed from his position as head coach after the game against Barys on Wednesday, but the Kazan club do not confirm this.
– There are already only rumors about the resignation of Znarok … For example, tomorrow they call you and offer you to lead Ak Bars. What’s your reaction ? Are you ready?
– I am ready, I will accept any coaching job, no problem. It’s just that Znarok is working now, trying to fix the situation, so it’s premature to talk about it.
– I agree with you. It’s just that the subject of his resignation has been “hanging in the air” for too long.
– Apparently, he has a trusted credit from Ak Bars management. In many other clubs, according to our Russian concepts, they could have been fired a long time ago.
– If I understood correctly, you yourself have not given up coaching?
— Yes, I would like to return to the KHL. When I worked as a coach for 37 years and was in business every year, it’s hard to let go of this life. It’s hard to move on to a calm, normal life and only watch hockey from the sidelines. I think a lot of coaches will agree with me because they feel the same way.
Previously, Krikunov managed KHL clubs such as Ak Bars, Neftekhimik, Avtomobilist, Barys and Dynamo Moscow, which led to the championship. He has also worked as the head coach of the national teams of Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan.
Source : MatchTV
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