Calero Departs Levante Proudly: The Club is in a Stronger Position Than When I Joined

Coach Calero Dismissed After Series of Defeats

Calero’s departure came on Sunday following a streak of four consecutive losses.

Reflection on His Tenure

In a heartfelt press conference held this morning, Calero took the opportunity to discuss the progress made during his time with the club.

He expressed confidence in his ability to help the team avoid relegation, stating,

I firmly believed I could save the team. They have to make tough choices; we share a lot of experiences. I want to leave on a positive note, just like I arrived. Hopefully, I can hold back my tears. I appreciate everyone who put their trust in me.

Insights from Calero

Calero added,

Last night, I engaged in some self-reflection: “Julián, you’re a coach who came in to take charge of a club in the Second Division facing various challenges, and now you’re leaving a team in the First Division just three points away from safety. Yes, we’ve had a tough patch, but the fan support has grown, and the players’ values have risen due to the direction we’ve taken.” I’ve received many touching messages from my players, which shows that I’ve made a meaningful impact on them.

He concluded,

Several players have told me that without my contributions, the current situation wouldn’t have been possible. While I don’t agree completely, I recognize that we are leaving the club in a better position than we found it.