Change of era in sight in Toulouse. TFC announced this Wednesday the departure at the end of the season of its coach, Carles Martinez Novell. The Spanish technician arrived in 2023, after the victory in the Coupe de France, to succeed Philippe Montanier. According to the Dispatch, the decision was taken after a meeting at the start of the week between the coach and his management.
“On behalf of Toulouse Football Club, I would firstly like to thank Carles, indicates president Olivier Cloarec in the club press release. Beyond his remarkable career within the club, he is a personality who has mattered in our daily life and in our way of working. He has always shown great commitment and true loyalty in his missions. The decisions we take today are part of the continuity of our project, without taking away from the respect and recognition we have for his work. »
New era in sight in Toulouse
“After three very good years at Toulouse Football Club, we have chosen to part ways at the end of this season, indicates for his part the Spanish technician.
It was a huge honor to represent this club, to learn and share its values, and to be part of this progression. I would like to sincerely thank the presidents, the sporting director, all the people who work at the club, and especially my staff and the players, with whom we shared unforgettable moments. A big thank you also to the supporters for their constant support, as well as to the city for its welcome from day one. I leave with incredible memories that will stay with me forever. Standing. Always. »
After a good first season in 2023-2024, marked by the adventure in the Europa League and in particular the victory against Liverpool at the Stadium, Carles Martinez Novell extended his contract for two additional years. After finishing 11th then 10th, TFC is in the same waters in Ligue 1 this season (currently 10th with three days remaining), with its maintenance already assured. A new era will now begin for the Ville Rose club.
