Our Coaches

Our team of elite scouts and coaches represents some of Europe's most respected football institutions, including Premier League and La Liga academies. With decades of combined experience in youth development, elite performance training, and international talent identification.

David Ibáñez

Sporting Director, Academy Director & Coach

Gerona Academy (Spain)

David Ibáñez is the Sporting Director and Academy Director at Gerona Academy, where he oversees youth development and strategic planning. With experience as both a coach and leader, he focuses on identifying and developing talented players, particularly in the U14–U23 categories. His approach blends technical training with a clear developmental pathway to elevate young footballers to the next level.

Manuel Olivas

Scout & U19 Head Coach

Real Valladolid CF (Spain)

Expertise: Youth development, talent identification, hands-on coaching, leadership, tactical intelligence.

Álvaro

International Scout

Real Sporting de Gijón (Spain)

Experience: 4+ years identifying young football talent. Focus: Technically skilled and mentally mature athletes (U16–U23).

Elabbas Emanuel

International Scout

Crystal Palace FC (United Kingdom)

Specialty: Strategic talent identification for Premier League level, multi-continental scouting.

Diego López

Scout

Real Betis Academy (Spain)

Focus Areas: Technical skill assessment, early-stage talent identification, domestic and international scouting.

Victor Gonzalez

International Scout

RC Celta de Vigo Academy (Spain)

Specialty: Europe and Africa talent evaluation (U16–U23 categories).