Luis Enrique Departs Role As Spain Head Coach

Luis Enrique has stepped down from his position as Spain head coach, with his assistant Robert Moreno taking over on a permanent basis.

Former assistant coach Moreno oversaw Spain’s past three matches after Luis Enrique was granted leave following a family emergency in March and will remain in charge until the end of Euro 2020.

Moreno and the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) were keen to see the former Barcelona boss return for the next international break in September.

However, it was confirmed on Wednesday that Moreno will take on the job on a full-time basis in the latest coaching change for La Roja.

And Luis Enrique also released a statement concerning his departure, stating: “As the reasons preventing me from carrying out my duties as national team coach since March continue today, I’ve decided to step down.

“I’d like to thank the staff and players for their professionalism. Not forgetting the media for your discretion and respect.”