Orlando Pirates announced on Monday that their assistant coach Sergio Almenara had decided to leave the Buccaneers and return to Europe.
Initially, the Spaniard wanted to leave the Buccaneers earlier this year, but decided to hang on until the end of the season as per the club management’s wishes.
“Mr Almenara initially submitted his request to leave the club earlier this year, however, to ensure the team’s progress and focus during the latter stages of the league and cup competitions, management chose to address this request at the conclusion of the season,” a Pirates statement said.
The Spaniard has cited family reasons as the driving force behind his decision to return to Europe.
“This is a decision I took with a heavy heart. I have really enjoyed my stay here, but unfortunately, due to personal matters that the club is aware of, I can no longer continue with my job. I have a young family back in Finland. They have been unable to integrate into the country. I would have wished to stay longer, but unfortunately, it’s not possible,” Almenara said.
