Real Oviedo Appoint Real Madrid Legend Raul Gonzalez as New Head Coach

Real Oviedo have appointed former Real Madrid captain Raul Gonzalez Blanco as their new first-team head coach following the dismissal of Julian Calero.

The Spanish club confirmed the appointment in an official statement, announcing that Raul has signed a contract running until June 30, 2028.

His appointment comes after Calero was relieved of his duties despite leading Oviedo to a 2-1 victory over Cadiz in their previous league fixture.

Raul takes over with the responsibility of improving the team’s performance and guiding the club through the remainder of the season and the next campaign.

The appointment marks a new chapter in the former Real Madrid forward’s coaching career, having spent most of his managerial journey within the Spanish giants’ youth development structure.

He joined Real Madrid’s academy in 2018 and worked across different age groups before taking charge of Real Madrid Castilla, the club’s reserve team, where he spent six seasons.

During his time in the academy, Raul guided Real Madrid’s youth team to the UEFA Youth League title in 2020, while also helping develop several emerging talents.

His experience as a player is equally significant. Raul spent more than 15 years representing Real Madrid, becoming one of the club’s most recognisable figures and a major part of its history.

He now faces a different challenge at Oviedo, with his appointment representing his first opportunity to lead the club’s senior first team as head coach.

According to the announcement, Raul is expected to take charge of his first match on November 14, when Real Oviedo host Girona at the Carlos Tartiere Stadium.

The club has yet to announce the date for his official unveiling or disclose the members of the coaching staff who will work alongside him.