Muniain says circumstances weren't right for San Lorenzo coaching job

Iker Muniain, the former Athletic Club player, has revealed that the conditions were not suitable for him to take on the coaching role at Argentina's San Lorenzo, a club where he previously played. Despite holding significant "affection and appreciation" for the Buenos Aires team, Muniain explained that specific contractual "circumstances and characteristics" were not met, leading him to maintain his decision to join Salamanca CF UDS in Spain.

During his presentation as the new coach for Salamanca CF UDS, a team in the fourth tier of Spanish football, Muniain addressed the speculation surrounding a potential move to San Lorenzo. He confirmed contact with the club's directors but emphasized that the necessary elements for such a transition were absent. When questioned about whether lacking the required coaching license for Argentina was a factor, he remained vague, stating it was "not a matter of specifying what yes and what no."

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The circumstances and characteristics needed for such a move were not present.

Muniain is now fully focused on his new role at Salamanca. He outlined the club's ultimate goal of promotion, stressing the need to build a team capable of competing intensely in every match. He believes that maintaining this mindset throughout the season will bring the team close to achieving its objective.

With complete control over player selection, Muniain intends to implement a proactive and associative style of play, characterized by an attacking approach and a solid defense. He aims to reconnect the team with its fanbase, recognizing that "football is a sport of emotions" and that supporters want to enjoy watching their team play. He is confident that this identity, combined with positive results, will re-energize the Salamanca CF UDS supporters after recent disappointing seasons.

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Football is a sport of emotions. People want to come to the stadium and enjoy their team.