Iker Muniain becomes head coach of San Lorenzo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 7:20 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Iker Muniain will take over as the head coach of San Lorenzo after a one-year stint as a player with the team. His move comes following speculation about a potential role at Salamanca FC UDS. Meanwhile, Xabi Alonso is targeting Granit Xhaka for his midfield, prompting Chelsea to act on the request. Additionally, Manchester United has renewed interest in West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, while Sergi Altimira is set to join Sporting CP from Real Betis Balompié.
- •Muniain previously played for San Lorenzo before retiring.
- •Xabi Alonso seeks to strengthen his midfield with Xhaka.
- •Manchester United is in discussions with Mateus Fernandes.
- •Sergi Altimira is leaving Real Betis for Sporting CP.
- •Hjulmand is identified as a target for Atlético Madrid.
- 7:20 AMYahoo Sports — The day's 5⃣ stories: Muniain to San Lorenzo, Xhaka-Xabi reunion..
"After a Saturday full of football at the World Cup, let’s go over the five non-World Cup stories you can’t miss this Sunday.Iker Muniain is going to coach San LorenzoAfter his brief one-year spell...
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