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Olympiacos FC managerial and squad updates

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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 in the 2019/20 season and managed Al-Shabab in Saudi Arabia, is expected to begin training Al-Shabab, has signed a contract for two years with the squad immediately. Alguacil is noted an option for his tactical identity and a third, potentially extending his ability to lead teams to consistent European competition. stay until 2029. Club owner Vangelis Marinakis introduced Alguacil to the squad at the Rentis training center. During the presentation, Marinakis also introduced center, alongside Sport Director Antonio Cordón and Head of Recruitment Joffre Moncada. Marinakis emphasized that Alguacil’s “winning mentality” aligns with the club’s philosophy, Captain Panagiotis Retzos expressed respect for Mendilibar while noting the successful history of the club’s relationship with Basque coaches. that Alguacil has already begun working with a clear tactical vision for the team ahead of upcoming fixtures in team. The club is also managing the Greek league and financial aspects of the Europa League, with transition, including an estimated 3 million euro compensation for Mendilibar. Alguacil is expected to make his competitive debut expected this Saturday in a Super League match against OFI.

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