Imanol Alguacil is leaving Real Sociedad after a six-year stint. His next move is all but confirmed – he’s headed to Saudi Arabia’s Al Shabab.
The Spanish coach had been weighing his options, but a lucrative offer from the Riyadh-based club sealed the deal.
Al Shabab’s squad already features Portuguese player Daniel Podence, formerly of Sporting.
New chapter ahead
Alguacil had talks with Sevilla’s sporting director Antonio Cordón, but the project didn’t win him over.
Instead, he’s chosen a new path in the Middle East.
Last week, Alguacil met with Al Shabab’s top brass in Riyadh, discussing the finer details of his upcoming role.
A fresh challenge
After a successful spell at Real Sociedad, Alguacil is ready for a change of scenery.
According to sources like El Diario Vasco and Noticias de Gipuzkoa, the deal is all but done.
Alguacil’s move marks the start of an exciting new era for the coach, one that will test his skills in a whole new context.
The Al Shabab squad is eager to welcome their new coach, and fans are anxious to see what the future holds.