The Tano era began at Rayados de Monterrey for the Apertura 2023 campaign, marking a fresh chapter for the club after the Clausura 2023 semifinals exit influenced the club’s leadership choices.
Following Victor Manuel Vucetich’s departure due to the semifinal elimination by Tigres and the manner in which it occurred, theRayados management turned to Fernando Ortiz. Ortiz had just finished a campaign with Club America, where his tenure ended after a semifinal loss to Chivas.
The Tano is venturing into his second stint in the Liga MX Top Flight as a head coach, having previously steered America, beginning with the Closure 2022 after Santiago Solari’s departure. While his spell at Coapa did not yield a league title, Ortiz did secure direct qualification for competitions across the seasons he guided the club.
GOAL provides a comprehensive overview of Fernando Ortiz’s arrival at Club de Futbol Monterrey and what it means for Rayados.
CONTRACT LENGTH
GOAL reports that Ortiz signed a one-year deal with an option for a second season, extending through June 2024 with a potential renewal through June 2025.
SALARY DETAILS
At this time, salary specifics for Rayados’ new head coach have not been disclosed.
CONTRACTUAL CLAUSES
Details regarding termination terms, personal reasons, or scenarios involving an appointment with a national team have not been publicly released.
TANO’S OBJECTIVES
Ortiz is expected to maintain Rayados at the top of the overall standings, build on the team’s strong form from the season, and pursue the league title that eluded them in the previous tournament. International performance will also be a priority as quickly as possible, reflecting the club’s ambition on multiple fronts.