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Former player and coach of Valencia CF, Quique Sánchez Flores, clarified the reasons why he did not take on the coaching position after the dismissal of Rubén Baraja. Despite having conversations with the Mestalla board, the club ultimately chose another direction.
In a recent interview on Radio Marca, Sánchez Flores acknowledged the contacts with Valencia's team but explained that the final decision did not solely depend on him. "Things happened, but in the end, the club made a different determination. It's not always in one's hands," he stated.
The coach, who maintains a close relationship with Valencia, also made it clear that he never pressured to take a position that was already occupied. In statements to ABC Sevilla, he emphasized his respect for Baraja, whom he once coached, and stated that he would not discuss teams that already have a coach.
Valencia's project did not convince him
Although rumors suggested that his non-incorporation could have been due to financial matters, Quique suggested that the issue was more related to the project they offered him. The club eventually chose Carlos Corberán, after making a significant investment to bring him from his previous team.
Nevertheless, the Madrid-born coach does not rule out a future return to Mestalla. For now, he remains awaiting a challenge that motivates him, ensuring that he has regained enthusiasm following his last experience in the dugouts.
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