José Luis Mendilibar

José Luis Mendilibar, born on March fourteenth, nineteen sixty-one, is a distinguished figure in Spanish football, both as a former professional player and a seasoned coach. His playing career was primarily spent in the Segunda División, where he made a notable impact with two hundred ninety appearances and thirty-four goals, predominantly for Sestao and Logroñés.

Transitioning from player to coach, Mendilibar has dedicated over fifteen years to managing various clubs in La Liga, including Athletic Bilbao, Valladolid, Osasuna, Levante, Eibar, Alavés, and Sevilla. His coaching prowess was highlighted when he led Valladolid to victory in the second division during the two thousand six to two thousand seven season.

In recent years, Mendilibar has achieved significant success on the European stage, winning the prestigious Europa League in two thousand twenty-three with Sevilla. Following this triumph, he took the helm at Olympiacos in the Super League Greece, where he continued to showcase his managerial skills, culminating in a Conference League victory in two thousand twenty-four.