The Asturian, who previously managed the team in 2017, returns to the red-and-black bench after the relegation to the Second Division. In his unveiling, he called for calm and highlighted the importance of the signings of Adrián Fuentes and Arnau Puigmal.
Luis García Plaza is now officially the new coach of Real Mallorca. The Asturian coach, who replaces Vicente Moreno after the relegation to the Second Division, was presented this Thursday to the media at Son Moix with a firm and ambitious speech. "I know why I am here," he stated, making it clear that he is not on the island for tourism.
A speech without concessions
García, who previously managed Mallorca in the 2016-2017 season, did not shy away from questions. "Promotion is not achieved in October or February," he declared, asking for patience from the fans. The coach insisted that the journey will be long and that there will be tough moments. "We need to have balance," he emphasized.
The coach knows this is his big opportunity after his stints at Espanyol and Las Palmas, where he did not meet the objectives. "I come with hunger," he said, and that is a blessing for a club that needs to regain its enthusiasm. "We need to sell the dream of returning to the top flight," he added.
Signings and project
The sporting director, Pablo Ortells, and the CEO, Alfonso Díaz, were also present. Both need a solid project after the traumatic relegation. The first two signings, Adrián Fuentes and Arnau Puigmal, are a statement of intent. "They are a fantastic squad depth," García assessed.
The coach praised the forward, who comes from Córdoba, and the winger, who arrives free from Almería. "We need to bring in standout players in all positions," he warned, but he trusts that the sporting management will take advantage of the fact that the club has a larger budget than its direct rivals. "It’s in their hands," he concluded.
The challenge for the fans
For the Mallorca fans, the arrival of Luis García represents a breath of fresh air after a bitter season. The team will start pre-season in July and the goal is clear: to fight for promotion. García already knows what it is like to play in the Second Division with Mallorca and understands the demands of a fanbase that does not forgive.
The coach called for "calm" but also for "well-done work." The first stone has already been laid. Now it’s time to build. The first official match will be in the first round of the Copa del Rey, still without a date, and the league will kick off in August. The season ticket holders are eagerly awaiting the new project.
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