Caranca is the technical director of the Spanish national team and starts a new chapter with Louis de La Fuente!

In 2025, Spanish football welcomed a new helmman - Aitol Kalanca. The former Real Madrid assistant coach and Middlesbrough head coach officially became the technical director of the Spanish national team. His arrival not only injected new vitality into the national team, but also marked the beginning of a new era.

The key role of technical director

In the Spanish Football Association (RFEF), the technical director plays a crucial role. He is not only a bridge between the team and the club, but also responsible for resolving internal conflicts and ensuring the stable operation of the national team. The importance of this position is self-evident, especially in today's football world where issues such as player transfers, tactical adjustments and club relations are becoming increasingly complex.

Karanka's career

Karanka's resume is impressive. He was Mourinho's right-hand man and helped the team achieve brilliant results during Real Madrid. He then served as head coach at Middlesbrough and accumulated rich experience in independent coaching. These experiences have given him the ability to deal with complex problems and laid a solid foundation for his position as technical director.

Cooperation with Luis de La Fuente

Carlanca will work closely with current national team head coach Luis de La Fuente to jointly promote the development of Spanish football. Dela Fuente had not only been responsible for the team's tactical arrangements without the support of the technical director, but also had to deal with many non-competitive issues. Kalanka's arrival will undoubtedly share the pressure for him, allowing him to focus more on the team's training and game.

The previous holder of the position from Albert Luke to Kalanca

was Albert Luke, who was fired in 2024 for the "Rubiales Case". Although Luke was eventually proven innocent, his resignation still shocked the Spanish Football Association. During his tenure, Luke successfully convinced Lamin Yamal to choose to represent Spain, demonstrating his ability to deal with complex issues. However, with Kalanka taking office, a new era has arrived.

AK Academy: In addition to serving as technical director, Kalanka also plans to cultivate more young talents through AK Academy. This is not only a supplement to the Spanish youth training system, but also a reflection of his personal philosophy. Kalanca firmly believes that only by constantly discovering and cultivating young players can Spanish football be guaranteed to last forever.

The impact on Spanish football

The appointment of Caranca is not just a personnel change, it represents a new direction for Spanish football. In this era full of variables, it is worth waiting for us to see whether Caranca can lead the Spanish national team to a new glory. His experience and ability, as well as his emphasis on youth training, make people look forward to the future of Spanish football.

In short, the joining of Kalanca is undoubtedly a major benefit for Spanish football. His cooperation with Dela Fuente will bring new hope and momentum to the national team. Let us look forward to them leading the Spanish team to achieve another success in future games!