Marcelino will join a new club

Published: November 6, 2023

By: Manu Tournoux

Without a position since his departure from OM, Marcelino could soon return to Villarreal.

Marcelino will not leave a lasting memory with the supporters of Olympique de Marseille. It must be said that the Spanish coach did not really have the time. Thanked by the Marseille management in a tense context after only seven matches including only one defeat.

Towards a return to Villarreal

But for several days, the rumor of a return to Spain has intensified, Marcelino having already officiated in Santander, Zaragoza, Seville, Valencia and…Villarreal, where he could make his return. According to Marca, Pacheta should soon be sacked, and the former OM coach would be the favorite to succeed him, the announcement could quickly be made. Between 2013 and 2016, he allowed Villarreal to return to La Liga, finishing 6th twice and 4th once, reaching the semi-finals of the Europa League during his last season.

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Manu Tournoux

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