Girona is gearing up for a decisive relegation battle on the final day of the La Liga season. Regardless of the outcome, it appears the club will be saying goodbye to manager Michel Sanchez. Girona faces Elche at Montilivi on Saturday, needing a win to secure their place in La Liga for another season.
Michel’s contract expires at the end of this season, and he has not yet committed to a sixth campaign with Girona. This is not the first time Michel has been linked with a departure after achieving remarkable success in recent years, including leading Girona to a historic third-place finish and their first-ever Champions League qualification, just two years after their promotion back to La Liga.
Following weeks of speculation surrounding his future, reports indicate that Michel and Ajax have reached a near-complete agreement for him to take charge next season. New Ajax Sporting Director Jordi Cruyff, who previously praised Michel during his time at Barcelona, has been instrumental in pursuing the Spanish manager. While Bayer Leverkusen also expressed interest, it appears their pursuit will be unsuccessful as of now.
Discussions regarding Michel’s successor at Girona have been minimal, as the club has been entirely focused on securing their league status. Girona’s appeal to both managers and players will significantly change depending on their league participation next season. Michel is undoubtedly eager to avoid a disappointing conclusion to his tenure, especially if Girona is relegated. The club, recognizing him as their most successful manager to date, will wish him well in his future endeavors.
