Sevilla could consider rehiring Unai Emery as their head coach if results under Julen Lopetegui don’t improve, according to reports in Spain.

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Southampton FC at Emirates Stadium on November 23, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 23: Unai Emery, Manager of Arsenal gives his team instructions during a Premier League match. Arsenal FC versus Southampton FC at Emirates Stadium on November 23, 2019, in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)

OkDiario report that Sevilla – the club Emery already spent three years with – are desperate to qualify for the Champions League to fund their recent heavy spending. As things stand, their top-four run is going very poorly, with just one win in five games.

As a result, they’re starting to consider alternatives. If their run of form continues, a change of head coach is on the table, with Emery the favourite. To place a bet on the weekend matches, get a welcome 888sport bonus by following the link.

However, current boss Julen Lopetegui is confident he can turn things around. He believes he can do enough to keep his job until at least the end of the season.

Atletico Madrid is reportedly another potential destination for Emery. Diego Simeone is struggling with the club this season, only scraping into the top four currently. Ironically, they’re back in fourth right now as a result of Sevilla’s troubles.

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