RCD Espanyol has confirmed that Sergio García will take over the Perico B‑team as of Tuesday, signing a two‑year contract that runs until 2028. The former player, with over 200 first‑team appearances, replaces the previous coach and arrives after a strong stint with Spain’s U‑17 side.

Who is Sergio García and what is his background?

Nicknamed "Falete" by fans, García ended his spell with the U‑17s after reaching the European semifinals in Estonia, where they lost on penalties to Italy. Prior to that, he successfully managed the Juvenil A squad of CF Damm, a club famed for its academy. His experience as both player and youth coach gives him a comprehensive view of talent development.

What does his arrival mean for the B‑team?

Alongside García, the club has announced Ramon Ferrer as assistant and Pablo Rotchen as head of Individual Player Development. Rotchen, a former Espanyol player from 1999 to 2002, was part of the side that won the club’s third Copa del Rey. The staff is rounded out by Borja Esteve (fitness coach), Gerard Schell (analyst), Sergi Pujol (goalkeeper coach) and Rafa Alba (team delegate).

How does this news fit the club’s current situation?

The senior squad of RCD Espanyol sits 11th in La Liga with 46 points, after 38 games (12 wins, 10 draws, 16 losses) and a recent run of D‑W‑W‑L‑L. With 43 goals scored and 55 conceded, the team carries a -12 goal difference and is 48 points behind leaders Barcelona. Appointing García aims to strengthen the academy pipeline and bring continuity to the sporting project.

What are the expectations for the new project?

The main goal is to solidify the flow of young talent into the first team while preserving the club’s playing philosophy. With an experienced technical team and García’s familiarity with Espanyol’s style, the board trusts the B‑team will become a reliable source of players ready for top‑flight challenges.

What’s the next step?

The B‑team’s training sessions will start next week under García’s direction, who has already planned drills focused on possession and high press. Fans can follow the squad’s progress via the club’s official channels, as the senior side continues its fight to climb the league table.