Albert Español has emerged as the leading name linked with the CN Sabadell men’s coaching position for next season, as the Catalan club prepares for a major change of cycle in its water polo department.
Sabadell are set for a new era on the bench, with Quim Colet to leave his role as men’s head coach at the end of the season. The change comes after an important period for the club, during which Sabadell established themselves as one of the strongest sides in Spanish water polo and claimed major honours, including the Euro Cup title in 2022.
While Sabadell have not yet officially announced Colet’s replacement, reports in Spain have suggested that Español is one of the names being strongly considered for the role. The former Spain international and Olympian has built his coaching reputation at Santa Cruz Tenerife Echeyde, where he has become a central figure in the club’s development in recent seasons.
Español first joined Echeyde as player-coach in 2020 and has since helped guide the Tenerife side through an important period of growth. His work there has strengthened his reputation as one of the most interesting coaching names in Spanish water polo.
If confirmed, the move would represent a significant appointment for Sabadell as they look to reshape the men’s project for next season. After several years of stability under Colet, the club appear to be preparing for a fresh direction, with Español now strongly linked to the position.
However, the situation has not yet been made official. Echeyde announced last summer that Español had renewed with the club until 2028, meaning any move to Sabadell would still require formal confirmation.
For now, Español’s potential arrival remains one of the most intriguing stories of the Spanish water polo off-season. Sabadell are clearly heading towards a new chapter, but until the club makes an announcement, the men’s coaching position remains officially unresolved.
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