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Marcelino to leave Racing

Marcelino to leave Racing

21 May 2008 - 15:27

Racing Santader coach Marcelino García Toral has told a press conference on Wednesday conference that he shall be leaving the club in the summer. Racing president Francisco Pernía too was present at the pres conference.

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  • Marcelino guided Racing Santander to a UEFA Cup spot for the first time in the history of the club in the 2007-2008 season. He is rated as one of best young coaches to take Racing to a new level and was always speculated to depart from the Sardinero at the end of the season.



    Marcelino said in the press conference:



    "Two months ago I met with the president and I told him, with plenty of notice, that I wouldn't be continuing with the team.



    "I wanted to seek the chance to coach a bigger side with a greater chance of winning trophies - one of the so-called 'big' clubs. That was the idea and I'll go through with it."



    It is speculated that Marcelino would be the next Valencia coach.


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