Ernesto Valverde expected to sign new contract after guiding Athletic Club to Copa del Rey glory

Ernesto Valverde also cemented himself in the folklore of the Athletic Club on Saturday, as led Los Leones to victory in the Copa del Rey final. His team secured a 4-2 victory on penalties in La Cartuja, after finishing 1-1 after 120 minutes.

It was an incredible moment for Valverde and his players, as well as for the tens of thousands of supporters who were present in Seville and and San Mames. Things could get even better as the season draws to a close, with Champions League football a possibility for the 2024-25 campaign – Europa League qualification was secured with victory on Saturday.

However, at this stage, Valverde is not signed to Athletic for next season as his current contract expires in the summer. There is an offer on the table, which the 60-year-old has to answer now, as he was held until the conclusion of the final of the Copa del Rey, as reported by Relief.

Athletic Club Officials expect Valverde to sign a renewal, and it would certainly be a major surprise if he didn't. It certainly seems to be building something very special in Bilbao, so why would you want to be anywhere else?