Efraín Juárez departs Pumas after being named Liga MX's best coach

Mexican coach Efraín Juárez announced his departure from Club Universidad Nacional (Pumas) following his recognition as the Liga MX best coach. He communicated the decision from Europe, where he is on vacation, and his representative is negotiating the terms of his exit with the club's board.

Juárez had guided Pumas to the Clausura 2026 final but failed to secure a new contract after a disputed salary increase and differences with the sporting director. The club will now seek a replacement, with names such as Guillermo Vázquez and Robert Dante Siboldi mentioned. Juárez is reportedly exploring offers in European football, building on previous assistant roles in Belgium and a successful stint in Colombia with Atlético Nacional.