Alanyaspor part ways with head coach Joao Pereira
Turkish Süper Lig club Alanyaspor have officially announced the departure of head coach Joao Pereira, with Ugur Uçar expected to take over, according to multiple Turkish and Portuguese media reports.
Alanyaspor have confirmed the departure of head coach Joao Pereira, according to an official announcement reported by Ajansspor and other Turkish media. The Süper Lig club made the announcement on their official X account, as noted by Sözcü.
End of a spell in charge
Pereira had been in charge of the Mediterranean club for one year and eight months, according to Portuguese outlet zerozero. The club announced the contract termination by mutual agreement, as reported by Bola na Rede. The Portuguese coach also received a farewell plaque, according to Maisfutebol.
Successor expected
Several Turkish media report that Ugur Uçar, who recently left Çorum FK, has already reached an agreement with Alanyaspor to become the new head coach. Sabah Spor and Ajansspor both report the agreement, while Bola na Rede also confirms the deal.
Context and reaction
The departure comes after a run of poor results, as reported by A Spor. The club is currently four points above the relegation zone in the Turkish league, according to Bola na Rede. The official statement from the club, quoted by zerozero, begins: "We decided to terminate the contract…"
