Seville’s leadership reinforces stability for the club by signaling continuity for Basque sports director Monchi and potentially keeping Mendilibar in charge next season. In a candid interview on La Jugada de Canal Sur Radio, vice-president Jose Maria del Nido Carrasco outlined the club’s deliberations, emphasizing that Monchi remains at the helm of recruitment while Mendilibar is considered for next season’s coaching role.
Regarding Mendilibar, he was quoted as recognizing the coach’s ability to ignite Sevilla fans and describing him as the strongest candidate for the coming season. The sentiment reflects a desire for consistency on the bench as the team pursues its goals. The club’s leadership stressed confidence in Mendilibar and his alignment with Sevilla’s ambitions.
On Monchi, Del Nido Carrasco underscored a formal commitment: Monchi’s contract remains active, and his leadership is viewed as essential to the club’s sporting project. He stated that the idea of Monchi guiding the club’s sporting strategy is strong, and the decision will be discussed after the season concludes. He also acknowledged the group’s willingness to admit errors and to learn from them, noting that strategic planning has been ongoing since the winter market to map out multiple scenarios for the next season. With Monchi steering the operations, the plan for the future is already in motion, and the immediate goal is to enjoy the Europa League semi-finals with the squad.
Self-criticism has its place in Sevilla’s narrative. The leadership admitted there were tough periods and missteps while praising the executives who have long helped Sevilla FC achieve glory. The winter market brought in four players who have performed well, and the club remains optimistic about the final decision to select Mendilibar as head coach.
The Europa League semi-finals generate excitement among fans who are eager to see the team advance in European competition. The players are described as human and resilient, having endured a challenging season. The squad’s determination to compete at a high level is evident as they aim to advance and experience the thrill of a major European tie.
A governance dispute from November 2019 is recalled, highlighting a pact that shaped the club’s leadership and the eventual transition to Sevilla fans running the club. The statement emphasizes adherence to legal frameworks and the belief that a fan-led club aligns with Sevilla’s long-term interests and tradition.
There is also talk of the presidency, with an anticipated change in November 2023 amid the ongoing success and challenges on the field. The sentiment among Sevilla’s leadership is that the club has earned a place among Europe’s top competitions for nearly a decade, reaching Europe nine times in nine years and competing in twelve finals while collecting four European titles. The recent year’s mistakes are acknowledged, and steps taken to improve are highlighted as part of an ongoing effort to maintain progress.
Strategic growth remains central. In the past three years, the club has qualified for the Champions League and lifted European trophies, but decisions to push further have also meant taking risks. By focusing on young, ambitious players with long-term potential, the club aims to build a sustainable model that sustains Sevilla FC’s competitiveness and championship dreams.
The Negreira case is addressed with firm language. The club states it was among the first to release commentary and argues that the allegations against Barcelona cannot be substantiated. The stance calls for continued scrutiny and appropriate consequences where warranted, as part of preserving the integrity of the sport.
Regarding player contracts, there is dialogue about extending key figures who have demonstrated leadership for the team. The club values players who reflect the level required to represent Sevilla FC and contribute to its ongoing success.
On the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán project, Sevilla has commissioned a study by a top-tier firm to outline a fifty-year vision for the stadium. The planning covers preliminary and architectural phases, with formal discussions already under way with the city council and financial institutions to support the project. A realistic target date of July was set for initiating the next stage of development.
Source: Goal [Goal]