Monchi Set for La Liga Return with Promise of Major Investment

Legendary Sevilla director Monchi is reportedly on the verge of a return to La Liga, poised to take on the role of sporting director at Espanyol, according to all leading Spanish sports publications.

Reports indicate that the experienced football executive has already agreed to a two-year deal, convinced by club owner Alan Pace's promise of significant investment. Furthermore, Monchi himself has a preferred candidate for the team's new head coach: José Bordalás, who is enjoying a successful second spell at Getafe, with his contract set to expire at the end of the season.

The 57-year-old Spaniard most recently served as director at Aston Villa, departing at the beginning of this season. He spent just over two years there, contributing to the Birmingham club's return to the Champions League. He also has experience with Italian side Roma, but undoubtedly his most successful tenure was at Sevilla, where he had two stints totaling 21 years. With the Andalusian club, he secured a remarkable 10 major trophies, including seven Europa League titles.

"Sport" suggests that two circumstances could still prevent Espanyol from appointing Monchi. One is the club's potential relegation to La Liga 2, and the other is the possibility of Sergio Ramos becoming the owner of Sevilla. The two share a very close relationship, and it's not out of the question that the legendary defender might offer his former boss a directorial position at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán. Meanwhile, "The Parakeets" have reportedly offered Monchi a collaboration with amateur club CD San Fernando, where he currently serves as president.