However, AS says while Valencia's board want to push out Koeman, the massive compensation that would be due cannot be contemplated by Los Che at this time.
Dismissing Koeman would bring with it a massive £6 million compo bill.
There is also a feeling within the boardroom that Koeman is wearing the pressure from fans well. The Dutchman's departure would again turn the focus back onto the club's powerbrokers, which they're keen to avoid.
One source said: "He got us into this mess, he can get us out of it."
