Why did Laudrup leave Barcelona? What does Michael Laudrup do now?

Michael Laudrup is a recognized Danish professional football coach and former player.

Michael Laudrup was born on June 15, 1964, in Frederiksberg, Denmark to parents Finn Laudrup and Lone Laudrup. His father, Finn Laudrup is a former Danish national team player while his uncle was former Brøndby and Aberdeen manager Ebbe Skovdahl.

Finn Laudrup had earlier become player/coach of Brøndby IF in 1973. Michael Laudrup started playing football in father Finn Laudrup’s childhood club Vanløse. He has a younger brother, Brian Laudrup, who was also a footballer.

Michael Laudrup’s brother Brian is the record holder of Danish player of the year awards with four. Brian was rated by FIFA as the fifth-best player in the world in 1992. Michael Laudrup played primarily as an attacking midfielder.

Michael Laudrup won league titles with Ajax, Barcelona, Real Madrid and Juventus during his playing career. At Barcelona, he won nine trophies, including four successive La Liga titles from 1991 to 1994 and the European Cup in 1992.

Michael Laudrup won his fifth La Liga title in a row after moving to Real Madrid in 1994. As of today, he is globally considered one of the greatest players of all time.

Why did Laudrup leave Barcelona?

Michael Laudrup left Barcelona because he thought he had done enough for them. He also stated that big clubs are not the place to be when they are going through a transitional period.

What does Michael Laudrup do now?

Michael Laudrup is currently working as a professional coach and team manager.