The news has hit the Cádiz CF camp like a bombshell, with the club set to officially announce Imanol Idiakez's departure in the coming hours. The team's poor preseason performance was a significant factor in this drastic decision, made during a meeting late last night.
The club had been analyzing the situation for days, considering both the results and the on-field and off-field dynamics. There were differences between some of the Basque coach's decisions and viewpoints and the management's approach, a situation that has now led to the coach's exit. His relationship with some players also did not help.
This dismissal, just four days before the team's league debut on Saturday the 15th against Celta Fortuna, presents a complex scenario. The club will have to start from scratch with a new coach and revisit the player transfer project, where much work remains to be done.
Idiakez joined Cádiz CF in the final six matches of last season, securing the team's permanence with a single victory against Leganés (3-0). The other results included two draws and three losses, narrowly avoiding relegation due to the poor performance of their direct rivals.
Albert Celades is emerging as a potential replacement. The Catalan coach has experience with the Spanish national youth teams, as well as clubs like Valencia and Pafos in Cyprus. His arrival at Cádiz CF could represent one of the biggest challenges of his coaching career.
Should Celades be chosen, it is expected that he will travel to the city of Cadiz in the coming hours to begin work immediately, with time being of the essence ahead of the league opener.
