Imanol sheriff It is already in Saudi Arabia To close his incorporation as a new coach Del Al-Shabab. The Basque coach landed last night at Riad International Airport, where he was surprised by a group of fans of the capital team. Upon arrival, the Orio coach was presented with a bouquet of flowers and several club scarveswhich were distributed among the members of their delegation. His presence in the Saudi capital implies the final step before the signing of his contract and the officialization of his signing.
IMANOL at a press conference
After a long cycle in Real Sociedad, where he left an indelible mark, Imanol prepares to start a new professional stage abroad. His decision has not been simple: the technician also valued a proposal of Sevilla FC, but finally opted for the offer of the Al-Shabab, promoted by economic attraction and the possibility of leading an ambitious project outside of Europe. The Sevilla sports project did not convince him at all. On the other hand, in Arabia he saw an international opportunity to grow in his first experience outside the Royal Society.
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El Al-Shabab, Sixth classified in the latest edition of the Saudi LeagueHe wants to make a quality leap and compete for major goals in the next season. The team finished the campaign with 18 wins, 6 draws and 10 losses in 34 days, and has international figures such as Giacomo Bonaventura and Yannick Carrasco. However, his great star is the Moroccan striker Related to Abderazak Hamdallahwhich scored 21 of the 65 goals of the team last year.
Imanol sheriff lands in Riad, Saudi Arabia
Imanol is expected to firm his contract in the next few hours and be officially presented not too late. From the club's environment, the details of the agreement have not yet been announced, but it is expected that it includes a link of Half duration and with one important economic amount. Its arrival coincides with a sports renewal stage in which the AL-Shabab seeks to establish a new technical structure and reinforce several key positions during the summer market.
