Girona appoints reserve coach Quique Álvarez as new manager after relegation
Girona FC has appointed Quique Álvarez, previously coach of their reserve team, as first-team manager following Míchel Sánchez’s departure to Ajax after the club’s relegation from La Liga. Álvarez, a former Barcelona youth coach and assistant at multiple La Liga clubs, will be joined by his brother Óscar as assistant. The internal promotion aims to rebuild the squad and secure an immediate return to Spain’s top division.
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Quique Álvarez Presented as Girona Coach, Vows Promotion Through Hard Work
Girona officially presented Quique Álvarez as the new first-team head coach in a press conference with president Delfí Geli and sporting director Quique Cárcel. Both defended the decision based on continuity and Álvarez's success with the reserve team. Álvarez stated promotion to La Liga will come through hard work, not the club's name. He acknowledged nerves but emphasized his focus on building a brave, recognizable team. Sporting director Cárcel revealed the process began two years ago and that the City Football Group supported the choice. Key issues include retaining veterans like Stuani and David López, managing the market, and maintaining humility despite the promotion goal.
FútbolGirona Promotes Second Team Coach Quique Álvarez to First Team Role
Spanish Segunda División club Girona has officially promoted reserve team head coach Quique Álvarez to first-team manager, following the departure of previous coach Míchel to Ajax after the club's relegation. The club emphasized maintaining continuity in its sporting project by promoting from within. Álvarez, a former Barcelona youth player and La Liga center-back for Villarreal, led Girona B to promotion from the fifth to fourth division and consolidated their position there. He signed a one-year contract. His brother, Óscar Álvarez, will serve as assistant coach, and Jordi Balcells joins as fitness coach, both with prior Girona connections. The appointment reflects the club's strategy of trusting internal talent and focusing on youth development as they aim to return to La Liga.
虎扑 - 足球Girona officially appoints Quique Álvarez as first-team coach, replacing Míchel
Girona FC has officially appointed Quique Álvarez as the new head coach of the first team, replacing Míchel who left for Ajax. Álvarez, previously coach of Girona B, was promoted after two successful seasons leading the reserve team to promotion to Segunda RFEF and their best-ever campaign. The club emphasized continuity and internal knowledge in the selection. Álvarez, a former FC Barcelona youth product and longtime La Liga defender for Villarreal, brings extensive experience as a player and assistant coach at Villarreal, Alavés, and Levante. His new coaching staff includes his brother Òscar Álvarez as assistant and Jordi Balcells as fitness coach, both from the reserve team. The appointment signals Girona's trust in homegrown talent to lead the team's reconstruction and return to elite competition.
FútbolQuique Álvarez Appointed Girona Manager to Lead Relegation Rebuild
Girona FC has selected Quique Álvarez as the new head coach to lead the club's reconstruction following their relegation from La Liga. Álvarez, who has strong internal ties, replaces Míchel. His appointment is based on his successful tenure with Girona B, where he secured promotion to Segunda Federación and maintained survival, while developing young talent. He previously gained experience as an assistant at FC Barcelona and worked with Javi Calleja at Villarreal, Alavés, and Levante. He will be joined by assistant Òscar Álvarez, a former Girona player and assistant coach familiar with the club. Sporting director Quique Cárcel emphasized the need for a project rooted in club identity and internal knowledge. The primary objective is an immediate return to Spain's First Division amid a summer of squad changes and rebuilding team morale.
FútbolGirona Appoints Quique Álvarez as Head Coach, Promotes from Reserve Team
Girona FC has chosen Quique Álvarez, previously head coach of the reserve team, as the new first-team manager following Míchel Sánchez's departure to Ajax after the club's relegation. The appointment marks an internal route preferred by sporting director Quique Cárcel. Quique Álvarez, who has extensive experience as an assistant coach at Barcelona youth levels and at Villarreal, Alavés, and Levante under Javi Calleja, will be joined by his brother Óscar Álvarez as assistant coach. Óscar, a former Girona player from 2008-2010, has coached at Llagostera and served as assistant to Albert Celades at Valencia. The duo previously worked together with the reserve team, which Quique promoted from 3a RFEF to 2a RFEF in 2024. Girona, with a strong squad and budget, is considered one of the favorites for promotion in the upcoming season.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaGirona promotes reserve coach Quique Álvarez to first team after Míchel departure
Girona FC has appointed Quique Álvarez, previously head coach of the reserve team in 2nd RFEF, as the new first-team manager following Míchel Sánchez's departure to Ajax after Girona's relegation from La Liga. The sporting management, led by Quique Cárcel, opted for the internal route after considering external candidates like Javi Calleja, García Pimienta, and Lisci. Quique's brother, Óscar Álvarez, who served as assistant coach for the reserve team, will be his deputy. Quique trained in Barcelona's youth system, was assistant to Javi Calleja at Villarreal, Alavés, and Levante, and led Girona's reserve team to promotion from 3rd RFEF to 2nd RFEF. Óscar, a former Girona player (2008-2010), previously assisted at Llagostera and Valencia. The duo faces pressure to lead a squad with strong promotion expectations back to La Liga.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaGirona appoints reserve coach Quique Álvarez as new manager after Míchel's departure
Girona FC has appointed Quique Álvarez, previously coach of the reserve team, as the new first-team manager following Míchel Sánchez's departure to Ajax after the club's relegation. The internal promotion was chosen over external candidates including Javi Calleja, García Pimienta, and Lisci. Quique's brother, Óscar Álvarez, who has been assistant coach for the reserve team over the past two seasons, will serve as his assistant. Quique Álvarez previously trained in Barcelona's youth system, served as assistant to Javi Calleja at Villarreal, Alavés, and Levante, and joined Girona in 2024 to manage the reserve team in 3a RFEF, leading them to promotion to 2a RFEF. Óscar Álvarez, a former Girona player, has experience as assistant at Llagostera and Valencia. The duo is tasked with returning the team to La Liga, with the club expected to be among promotion favorites based on squad and budget.
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