Barcelona changed their first team manager at the end of last season, with Hansi Flick replacing the sacked Xavi Hernandez. They can now also look for a new coach of the B team.
According to ESPN's Moises Llorens, Rafa Marquez – who signed a new contract at Barcelona just weeks ago – has agreed to become Mexico's new assistant manager, where he will play second fiddle to former Atletico Madrid and Mallorca coach Javier Aguirre. .
Marquez will sign a six-year deal with the Mexican FA, and although he will start as assistant manager, the idea is that he will succeed Aguirre as head coach after the 2026 World Cup. role until the 2030 World Cup in Spain, Portugal and Morocco.
Rafa Márquez will join the Mexican national team on a six-year deal, serving as assistant coach for two years before taking over as head coach for four. Unless he changes his mind, he won't be coaching Barça Atlètic next season, forcing Deco and Laporta to find a new coach…
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The departure of Marquez would be a big blow for Joan Laporta, who considers the Mexican coach incredibly. He had thought about doing it Barcelona manager before eventually opting for Hansi Flick. Barring any last-minute moves, Laporta and sporting director Deco must now begin their search for a new Barca Atletic coach.
