Turmoil in Getafe, Ángel Torres responds to Bordalás

José Bordalás has been at the center of the latest news from Getafe after engaging in a public confrontation with Ángel Torres following Madrid's team defeat by 5-2 against Lugano in the Conference League. The coach accused the board of not fulfilling their commitments with the team, and the president responded on Friday, October 23 stating that he is free to leave, although he ruled out taking measures against him.

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José Bordalás accuses Getafe of not keeping their promises

The European defeat has sparked an internal crisis at Getafe. The Madrid team conceded five goals at the Coliseum against Lugano, who took advantage of the team's defensive issues to secure their second victory in the competition. José Bordalás: "I feel tricked".

José Bordalás spoke out after the match, openly questioning the sporting planning. The coach explained that he had made changes to his lineup to manage the physical workload but ended up resorting to several starters during halftime.

The coach believes that the squad does not have enough alternatives to compete simultaneously in LaLiga, the Conference League, and the Copa del Rey. He stated that he had warned the sports management about this situation since last May.

Bordalás was particularly critical of the commitments made by the club in recent transfer windows. The coach stated feeling deceived because he believes that the necessary players have not been brought in to face the schedule.

The defeat has also complicated the team's European situation. After drawing 1-1 against Universitatea Craiova and losing to Lugano, the Madrid team has only accumulated one point in two games of the Conference League.

Ángel Torres responds to José Bordalás and questions his statements

Ángel Torres' response came on the morning of October 23, in statements to Cadena SER. The president rejected the coach's criticisms and defended the composition of the squad, which he considers one of the best in recent years.

The leader also refuted the accusations of unfulfilled commitments. Torres pointed out that the coach voluntarily signed his contract and made it clear that he will not hinder his departure if he feels he lacks the necessary resources.

The president's intervention was significant as he publicly suggested that José Bordalás could leave the club. However, his words were not accompanied by an announcement of dismissal or negotiations to terminate the contract.

Torres also called for the coach to show more consideration to his players after the criticisms made following the European match. The president believes that the players can demonstrate on the field that the squad is capable of competing.

Despite the confrontation, the top executive does not contemplate taking disciplinary measures. His intention is to retain the coach and see if the team can respond athletically in the upcoming matches.

Athletic Club Bilbao, Next Test in LaLiga

Getafe's next match will be on Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 PM, against Athletic Club at San Mamés. The game comes just three days after the European defeat and with the conflict between the coach and president still fresh.

José Bordalás will continue to lead the team for that match, as Ángel Torres has ruled out taking action against him for his statements. The next decision will depend on how their relationship evolves after the LaLiga match and whether the coach maintains his criticisms of the sports planning publicly.

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