Coaches Stay and Go: La Liga's Summer Managerial Shake-Up
As the managerial merry-go-round swings into motion this summer, two La Liga clubs have confirmed their coaches will remain, despite recent performance doubts. RCD Mallorca has announced that Martin Demichelis will continue as head coach, even after the Argentine led the team to relegation on the final weekend of the season. Despite a disappointing finish where Mallorca lost to Levante, Alaves, and Getafe, the club has extended his contract until 2028. Demichelis expressed a desire to stay with the club, even during their struggles. In contrast, Inigo Perez will leave Rayo Vallecano at the end of his contract this summer. Additionally, Eder Sarabia surprised fans by resigning from Elche, despite successfully keeping the team up. Michel Sanchez, who recently parted ways with relegated Girona, is expected to take over at Ajax after a disappointing season that saw Girona fail to secure a win against Elche on the final day. Espanyol has also decided to back Manolo Gonzalez, extending his contract until 2027. Gonzalez faced significant pressure during a 19-game winless streak in 2026, but two late-season victories helped secure the club's survival. Amid these changes, Jose Bordalas is reportedly contemplating his future, adding to the intrigue of this summer's managerial shake-up in La Liga.
Source: Football España - 2026-05-28