After parting company with Marcelino on Wednesday, Villarreal have named Fran Escribá as their new coach.
The 51-year-old, who left Getafe in April, has penned a 12-month deal. His first fixture in charge of the Yellow Submarine will be the opening leg of their UEFA Champions League play-off tie against Monaco on Wednesday.
“It’s very important for the club to qualify for the UEFA Champions League,” Escribá said at his unveiling on Thursday. “The feeling in the dressing room is good and despite the absences we have I think we’ve got a good chance of getting through the play-off.”