# Eder Sarabia Named Espanyol Coach on Contract Until June 2028

URL: https://technosports.co.in/eder-sarabia-espanyol-coach/  
Published: 2026-10-30  
Updated: 2026-10-30  
Author: Ankush Mallick

[Espanyol](https://www.rcdespanyol.com/ca/noticia/eder-sarabia,-nou-entrenador-de-l%E2%80%99espanyol/20944)have officially confirmed Eder Sarabia as their new head coach, on a contract running until 30 June 2028. The club announced the appointment on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, one day after Manolo González was dismissed following a Copa del Rey defeat to fourth-tier Sestao River.

The club’s announcement described the contract simply, and it signals that Espanyol want stability in the dugout after a difficult start to the season. Sarabia’s arrival comes at a time when the club sits in the relegation zone, with the task of turning around its league form now his first priority.

## Interim Period Before the Appointment

Before Sarabia’s arrival, Espanyol had a brief interim period under Sergio García. The club moved quickly to appoint a permanent successor, and the decision to sign Sarabia on a contract extending well beyond the current season reflects the board’s wish to avoid another short-term change.

![Eder Sarabia, Espanyol's new head coach, pictured ahead of his appointment](https://images.technosports.co.in/2026/10/Eder-Sarabia-1024x1024.avif)

## Eder Sarabia at a Glance

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| New head coach | Eder Sarabia |
| Born | Bilbao, 27 September 1980 |
| Age | 46 |
| Contract expiry | 30 June 2028 |
| Announcement | Wednesday, 28 October 2026 |
| Predecessor | Manolo González (dismissed) |
| Interim before appointment | Sergio García |
| Most recent club | Elche CF |

## A Career Built in Spain’s Second Tier and Above

Sarabia has built his coaching reputation step by step. He worked as an assistant to Quique Setién at Las Palmas, Real Betis and Barcelona before taking his first head coach role. He then managed FC Andorra in the Segunda División B, and later took charge of Elche in the second division.

At Elche, he guided the club to promotion to La Liga in 2024-25, and he renewed his deal to 2027 after the promotion. He resigned in May 2026 after the club avoided relegation. That record gives him experience of both promotion and survival battles at the top flight.

| Club | Role | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Las Palmas, Betis, Barcelona | Assistant to Quique Setién | Grounding in top-level coaching |
| FC Andorra | Head coach (from January 2021) | Segunda División B |
| Elche CF | Head coach (from June 2024) | Promoted to La Liga, later avoided relegation |

![Eder Sarabia appointed Espanyol head coach after coaching in Spain's second tier](https://images.technosports.co.in/2026/10/Espanyol-appoint-Eder-Sarabia-1024x576.avif)

## Why the Appointment Makes Sense

Sarabia’s experience at Elche, where he managed both a promotion campaign and a survival fight in La Liga, is directly relevant to Espanyol’s current position.

## Backroom Staff

Sarabia will be joined by members of his coaching team, including Jon López, Jon Moreno, Aitor Unzué and Álvaro González. Álvaro González, who previously played for the club and later played for teams including Villarreal and Marseille, is a notable addition to the staff.

## Context: Espanyol’s Season So Far

Espanyol have had a difficult start to the 2026-27 season. The club sits 18th in La Liga, with eight points from 10 matches. A run of only one point from the last 15 available has left the team in the relegation zone.

The club was also knocked out of the Copa del Rey by fourth-tier Sestao River on 27 October, in a 4-3 defeat after extra time. That result led directly to the decision to dismiss González.

## What Comes Next

Sarabia’[s official](https://technosports.co.in/eight-times-a-host-now-a-first-park-bo-gum-is-mama/) presentation is expected to take place at the RCDE Stadium in the days after his appointment. His first league fixtures will be closely watched, as Espanyol look to move away from the relegation places.

![Eder Sarabia pictured as he prepares to take charge of Espanyol](https://images.technosports.co.in/2026/10/Eder-Sarabia-1-1024x830.avif)

The contract running to June 2028 gives Sarabia time to build a squad and a playing style. The results over the coming weeks will show whether he can turn the club’s season around.

Read More: [Espanyol Sack Manolo González After Copa del Rey Shock and Poor La Liga Form](https://technosports.co.in/espanyol-sack-manolo-gonzalez/)  
Also Read: [Jose Mourinho Thrives When Football Turns Messy, and Real Madrid Are Reaping the Rewards](https://technosports.co.in/jose-mourinho-messy-football/)

## FAQs

When did Espanyol confirm Eder Sarabia?

The club announced the appointment on Wednesday, 28 October 2026.

How long is his contract?

It runs until 30 June 2028.

Who did Sarabia replace?

He replaced Manolo González, who was dismissed after the Copa del Rey defeat to Sestao River.

What is Sarabia's coaching background?

He was an assistant to Quique Setién, managed FC Andorra, and most recently led Elche CF, guiding them to La Liga.

Where is Espanyol in the league

The club sits 18th in La Liga, in the relegation zone, with eight points from 10 matches.