Ernesto Valverde rejects Valencia approach as Los Che turn to alternative candidates for vacant managerial role

Valencia plan to have their new head coach installed ahead of the international break, granting a vital three-week period to conduct an effective ‘mini pre-season’. This hiatus is viewed internally as the ideal opportunity to implement fresh tactical methods and steady the squad. Alongside improving on-pitch performances, the incoming boss must identify key targets to strengthen an incomplete squad during the January window.