Official: "Real" sacked J. Lopetegui, S. Solari appointed as interim coach

"Real" Madrid team has a new coach. On Monday evening, it was finally officially announced what the press had been trumpeting since the resounding loss in the "El Clasico" match - coach Julen Lopetegui was shown the door. For now, the reins of the Royal team will be taken over by the reserve team coach Santiago Solari, as "Real" has not yet completed all the formalities with the main contender to take the hot seat, Antonio Conte. However, it is not ruled out that the strategist who led the "Castilla" team will stay until the end of the season. "The board of directors of the Madrid team decided to terminate the contract with J. Lopetegui after the meeting held on October 29. The decision, made with the utmost responsibility, aims to change the dynamics of the main team, especially since there is still a chance to compete for season trophies. The board understands that there is a significant disproportion between the squad, which includes eight contenders for the "Golden Ball", and the results achieved. We want to wish Julen and the entire coaching staff success for their work done and wish them success in the future", - the statement reads.