Ruben Baraja signs one-year contract extension at Valencia after promising first full season in charge

The transfer window does not open for another 12 days, but Valencia has definitely already made the most important deal of its summer. After weeks of negotiations, coach Ruben Baraja put pen to paper on a contract extension.

Baraja took over as manager in February 2023 with Los Che in the relegation zone. He managed to guide them to safety on that occasion, and in this first full season in charge, Valencia narrowly missed out on European qualification. However, the signs were there that Baraja was building something very positive at Mestalla.

Baraja's previous deal was due to expire next summer, but he has now extended his stay by an additional 12 months, meaning he is expected to remain in charge until the end of the 2025-26 season.

OFFICIAL STATEMENT | Renewal of @RubenBaraja#Baraja2026#ADNCCF

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Baraja proved he was a top manager in his first 15 months Valenciaand with him at the helm, Los Che should continue on an upward trajectory.