Trabzonspor seeks new manager following Fatih Tekke departure

Following the departure of Fatih Tekke, Trabzonspor is actively searching for a new head coach. Hüseyin Çimşir has temporarily taken over managerial duties while the club evaluates a wide list of candidates.

Speculation regarding Pep Guardiola has been addressed by his manager, who stated that the Spanish coach has no plans to manage any club or national team during the current season and will not be taking a position for the 2026-2027 season. This effectively dismisses recent rumors of a move to the Turkish club.

Other prominent names linked to the position include Ernesto Valverde, the former Athletic Bilbao manager, and Steven Gerrard, who previously managed Rangers and Al-Ettifaq. Other potential candidates mentioned in discussions include Dejan Stankovic, Stefano Pioli, and Paulo Bento. High-profile options such as Marcelino, Sergio Conceição, and Antonio Conte face potential hurdles due to significant salary demands.