# Olympiacos FC managerial and squad updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/olympiacos-fc-managerial-and-squad-updates > Updated: 2026-09-10T08:40:33.000Z. Sources: 51. Developments: 4. Olympiacos FC has officially announced the departure of head coach José Luis Mendilibar following a 2.5-year tenure. The club expressed gratitude for his contributions, noting his significant impact on the team’s history. Mendilibar’s leadership was defined by major achievements, most notably guiding the club to a 2024 UEFA Conference League title, making Olympiacos the first Greek team to secure a major European trophy. He also secured a domestic treble during the club’s centenary season, winning the Greek League, the Greek Cup, and the Super Cup. In an official statement, the club noted that Mendilibar has written his name in the club’s history with “golden letters” and stated that he has become an “inseparable part of the club's most glorious moments.” However, his dismissal follows a period of criticism and a difficult start to the current season. Following Mendilibar's exit, Olympiacos has appointed Imanol Alguacil as its new head coach. The 55-year-old Spanish manager, who previously led Real Sociedad to a Copa del Rey title and managed Al-Shabab, has signed a contract for two years with an option for a third, potentially extending his stay until 2029. Club owner Vangelis Marinakis introduced Alguacil to the squad at the Rentis training center, alongside Sport Director Antonio Cordón and Head of Recruitment Joffre Moncada. Captain Panagiotis Retzos expressed respect for Mendilibar while noting that Alguacil has a clear tactical vision for the team. The club is also managing the financial aspects of the transition, including an estimated 3 million euro compensation for Mendilibar. Alguacil is expected to make his competitive debut this Saturday in a Super League match against OFI. ## Claims - Olympiacos FC has announced the end of its partnership with José Luis Mendilibar. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Mendilibar led the team to win the UEFA Conference League in 2024. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The coach achieved a domestic treble consisting of the League, Cup, and Super Cup during the club's centenary year. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Mendilibar managed the team for 127 official matches. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Imanol Alguacil is expected to arrive in Greece on September 10 to take over as Olympiacos coach. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Olympiacos has parted ways with coach José Luis Mendilibar. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Alguacil previously managed Real Sociedad, winning the Copa del Rey in the 2019/20 season. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Olympiacos FC has officially announced the hiring of Imanol Alguacil Barrenetxea as their new head coach. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Alguacil managed Real Sociedad for 6.5 seasons between 2018 and 2025, coaching 330 matches. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Alguacil won the Copa del Rey in 2021 while coaching Real Sociedad. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Alguacil's most recent club before joining Olympiacos was Al-Shabab in Saudi Arabia. (corroborated by 2 sources) - His record includes 79 wins, 28 draws, and 20 losses. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-10: Olympiacos FC appoints Imanol Alguacil as new head coach Olympiacos FC has appointed Imanol Alguacil as their new head coach, replacing José Luis Mendilibar following a highly successful tenure. Alguacil begins his leadership with a Super League match against OFI. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olympiacos-fc-appoints-imanol-alguacil-as-new-head-coach ### 2026-09-08: Olympiacos FC replaces José Luis Mendilibar with Imanol Alguacil Olympiacos FC has parted ways with coach José Luis Mendilibar, who led the club to a Conference League title and a domestic treble. Imanol Alguacil has been appointed as his successor. 33 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olympiacos-fc-parts-ways-with-manager-jos-luis-mendilibar ### 2026-08-29: José Luis Mendilibar discusses Olympiacos' victory over Asteras Tripolis Olympiacos coach José Luis Mendilibar discussed his team's recent victory over Asteras Tripolis, noting the challenges of integrating new players during the transfer window. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jos-luis-mendilibar-discusses-olympiacos-victory-over-asteras-tripolis ### 2026-08-12: Olympiacos FC retains manager José Luis Mendilibar Olympiacos FC has confirmed that manager José Luis Mendilibar will stay on despite Champions League elimination, following a meeting with owner Vangelis Marinakis to discuss squad reinforcements. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olympiacos-evaluates-coaching-future-after-champions-league-exit --- Cite as: Olympiacos FC managerial and squad updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/olympiacos-fc-managerial-and-squad-updates