Javier Aguirre Named New Valencia CF Manager: Mexican Coach Returns to LaLiga

Javier Aguirre has been named the new head coach of Valencia CF, returning to LaLiga to take charge of a squad currently sitting in the relegation zone.

Securing the Mestalla Bench and Resolving Staff Details

The 67-year-old Mexican manager agreed to a lower economic proposal from the Mestalla club to take over the managerial post. The parties are currently in the process of exchanging contracts. Aguirre’s arrival was contingent upon finalizing terms for his trusted fitness coach, Pol Lorente, whose departure from the Mexico national team was officially confirmed via a national team statement. Aguirre arrives alongside assistant coach Toni Amor and Lorente to complete his technical staff.

Contract Terms and Performance Objectives

The agreement includes an option for an additional season tied to a specific sporting objective: qualifying the team for the UEFA Europa League via LaLiga positioning. Vázquez turned to the veteran manager after exploring other candidates, including Ernesto Valverde, who declined a return to coaching after leaving Athletic Club, and José Luis Mendilibar, who preferred to remain in Greece through the fiscal year.

Extensive LaLiga Experience in Relegation Battles

Aguirre returns to Spanish football more than two years after his departure from Mallorca, where he managed the Balearic club from 2022 to 2024 and led them to a Copa del Rey final. Throughout his career in Spain’s top flight, the manager has helmed Osasuna, Atlético de Madrid, Real Zaragoza, Espanyol, CD Leganés, and Mallorca. Known for stabilizing squads facing severe sporting pressure, Aguirre takes over a Valencia side seeking immediate results to escape the drop zone.