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www.standard.co.ukHere’s a concise update on Ernesto Valverde.
- Latest public news: Valverde recently confirmed he will leave Athletic Club at the end of the current season after a lengthy spell with the Basque club, with his departure announced in a club video message. This marks the end of a four-year tenure in Bilbao and opens the door to a new coaching appointment at Athletic.[2]
- Context: Valverde has previously been associated with Barcelona and other clubs, with coverage focusing on his coaching stints and potential future roles as he nears the end of his contract with Athletic.[10][2]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent English-language sources or summarize how this development fits into Athletic Bilbao’s plans for 2026–27, and track potential successors.
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- Valverde leaving Athletic Club at end of season.[2]
- Background coverage of Valverde’s career and related Barcelona links.[10][2]