Sarabia Announces Candidacy
Eder Sarabia has officially announced his candidacy for future coaching roles, expressing a deep connection with the Athletic Club. Born into a family of devoted supporters, Sarabia’s passion for the club is unmatched. His father, Manu Sarabia, was a legendary figure who instilled this allegiance from a young age. Despite his current commitment to Elche, where he has successfully led the team to significant achievements, he acknowledges a lingering desire to coach Athletic one day.
Eder Sarabia’s Journey to Elche
Sarabia’s career path has taken him far from Bilbao. He has made a name for himself at Elche, where he celebrated a successful ascent to the Primera División. “Here I have everything, and I want to stay much longer,” he stated in a recent press conference.
The Desire to Lead Athletic Club
While focused on his current role, Sarabia’s ambitions for Athletic remain strong. “My son has always said he wants to coach a team that plays in the Champions League, and doing so at Athletic would be the pinnacle,” Manu Sarabia shared in an interview last season.
Match Preparations
As Sarabia prepares for an upcoming match against Athletic, he will need to adjust his strategy due to the absence of key player Affengruber. This has led him to consider a four-man defense, which may alter the team’s formation.
- Offensive Options: Available players include Rafa Mir, André Silva, and Álvaro Rodríguez, all of whom are in peak form.
- Defensive Concerns: Sarabia also faces injury challenges with Egiluz and Prados sidelined, along with a suspension for Yeray.
A Historic Rivalry
The matchup against Athletic is significant. Historically, Elche has been a challenging venue for Athletic, with the visitors securing only five wins in their last 26 encounters there. This makes every match a crucial opportunity for Sarabia to demonstrate his capability as a coach.
As he looks ahead, Sarabia aims to showcase his skills on one of the biggest stages in Spanish football, hoping to foster a connection that may lead him back to his beloved Athletic in the future.
