Washington Spirit Coach in Talks for OL Lyonnes Head Coach Position

washington, dc, usa - Washington Spirit head coach Jonatan Giráldez is in advanced discussions to become the head coach of OL Lyonnes, owned by Michele Kang, as confirmed by sources.

Washington Spirit Coach Jonatan Giráldez in Talks for OL Lyonnes Job

Jonatan Giráldez, the head coach of Washington Spirit, is reportedly in advanced discussions to take over as the head coach of OL Lyonnes, a top French women's soccer team.

Transition of Coaching Roles

OL Lyonnes is set to have a vacant head coach position as Joe Montemurro is leaving to coach the Australian women's national team. Michele Kang, who owns both Washington Spirit and OL Lyonnes, is overseeing the potential move.

Giráldez, who led Barcelona to UEFA Champions League titles, joined Washington Spirit last year and achieved significant success in the NWSL.

Potential Successor at Washington Spirit

If Giráldez departs, Adrián González, who previously coached the Spirit on an interim basis, is a probable candidate to succeed him.

The move for Giráldez is still in the negotiation phase, with details being finalized and ongoing discussions taking place.

Michele Kang, the owner of Washington Spirit, OL Lyonnes, and London City Lionesses, is planning to expand her ownership to a fourth club while emphasizing the importance of creating top teams in each country without player transfers.

Giráldez's successful coaching tenure at Barcelona, with league and Champions League titles, adds to the anticipation surrounding his potential move to OL Lyonnes.