Mehdi Nafti

Mehdi Nafti, born on November twenty-eighth, nineteen seventy-eight, is a distinguished Tunisian football manager and former professional player. Currently, he leads SD Ponferradina, showcasing his expertise in the realm of football coaching.

As a player, Nafti was known for his role as a defensive midfielder, representing several clubs across Europe, including Toulouse, Racing Santander, Birmingham City, Aris, Valladolid, Murcia, and Cádiz. His international career is marked by an impressive forty-six caps for the Tunisian national team, where he participated in the two thousand six World Cup and three Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.

After hanging up his boots, Nafti transitioned into coaching, primarily in Spain. His managerial journey includes stints at Lugo, Leganés, and Levante in the Segunda División, where he has continued to make a significant impact on the sport.