Real Sociedad - Ending the dominance

Montanier sacked by Sociedad

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Today, French manager Philippe Montanier has been relieved of his duties at the helm of Real Sociedad, last season Sociedad finished 12th in the Liga BBVA and in the eyes of the chairman this was not good enough, Montanier has only been the boss at Sociedad since June 2011, but has struggled to make much of an impact since arrival.

The next manager to arrive at the Anoeta Stadium is expected to be announced in the coming week, with bookies making Roberto Martinez from Wigan the favorite.

Some of my favourite youngsters play in this talented side Good luck! And first post!

2013-06-10 15:56#110866 Okikos : Some of my favourite youngsters play in this talented side Good luck! And first post!

Thanks! Carlos Vela looks like he's got a good future

Corr, love a bit of Carlos Vela! Good luck.

Fernando Sanz appointed manager

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Real Sociedad have today announced that Fernando Sanz will be taking charge as manager of the club following the sacking of Philippe Montanier. The news has come as a shock to fans of the Liga BBVA as Sanz has no previous managerial experience.

Sanz, who started his career at Real Madrid but then spent the large majority of his career at Malaga, has told news reporters that he is delighted with his new role as head coach and is already looking forward to the season ahead, he has stated on the Real Sociedad website that he is aware some supporters of the club may be a bit concerned about his experience in management, however he assures them that he will bring success to the club and calls for them to support him in the long season ahead.

Sanz has been given a 1 year deal with Sociedad, and managed to beat of competition from big name managers such as Roberto Martinez to land the job.

Looking forward to see how he does at the helm. He has a lot of young talent at his disposal

best of luck for this. Sociedad have a really exciting side

The Press Conference

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J - Jokin Apperiby (Club Chairman)
R - News Reporter
FS - Fernando Sanz

J - Greetings everyone, we are here today today to welcome our new manager, Fernando Sanz.

R - Fernando, how does it feel to be the manager of Real Sociedad?

FS - Its a fantastic feeling, I always planned on going into management after my playing days, and I am very appreciative that Jokin has trusted me with this position.

R - Hola Fernando, Sergio from belN sport here, do you feel that your lack of experience in management could be a problem?

FS - No, I don't think it will be a problem at all, everyone has to start somewhere, I have plenty of experience at top level football in Spain, I have a Champions League medal for starters!

R - Jokin, what are your expectations for Fernando in the upcoming season?

J - I don't wish to go into detail, Fernando and I both share a vision that this club needs to be back at the top of Spanish football, he has a fantastic young squad at his disposal, and I in vision him to achieve great success here.

R - Anything to add to that, Fernando?

FS - I believe that in 3 seasons time, this club will be back playing Champions League football.

R - Pretty big statement there, Fernando. How do you plan on doing this?

FS - By finishing in the top 4, my friend.

J - Ladies and Gentlemen, this will conclude our press conference this afternoon, We shall wish Fernando the very best for this season.

Sanz - 'Fantastic Young Squad'

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Fernando Sanz, has spoken to the press outside the club's training ground today about the fantastic youth players that are available to him, and how they will be playing a huge role in the future of the club, he has highlighted five individuals whom he feels are already good enough to represent the club at first team level, and play a big role this season.

Iñigo Martínez

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Rubén Pardo

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Antoine Griezmann

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Asier Illarramendi

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Carlos Vela

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Some brilliant players! Good luck!

Those were the exciting players I was on about

As an Oviedo FM manager, I like Spanish stories... In particular the ones that aim to end the Real and Barca dominance! Will be following mate! Good Luck!

OnTheBallCityNCFC - Thank you!

KingPadster - Potentially the next Ramos in Iñigo Martínez?

gambit84 - Thank you, and yes someone needs to put a stop to them

Sociedad sign Francis Coquelin on loan

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Real Sociedad have announced than French midfielder Francis Coquelin will be joining the club on loan from Arsenal, after a lot of complaints from Sociedad fans about the lack of transfer activity from Sanz, he issued this response on the club website,

'Firstly, I would like to welcome new signing Francis Coquelin to the club, he will only be spending the year with us here, however I am sure that he will make a positive impact during his time, he is a good solid midfielder with an excellent passing range, and I am sure he will slot into the team when he is needed, I am more than happy with the current squad I have, and I can assure those fans who are concerned about the lack of signings that we will have a successful season with the current squad and we will not be signing players that are not needed at this moment.

Coquelin will be spending the entire season at Sociedad, with the club paying 50% of his £10,500 contract at Arsenal, and without paying Arsenal a monthly fee.

Coquelin is a good signing. Really helpful in my Arsenal story because he's super versatile and buts in decent performances everywhere on the field. Inigo Martinez will have Barcelona knocking on your door!