Rumours of Gregorio Manzano leaving Vicente Calderon have been in the air since Atletico Madrid’s home defeat against Real Betis. However, he has quashed rumours in his meeting with press.
Manzano had a meeting with press representatives prior to Los Rojiblancos' Copa del Rey second leg tie with Albacete. It has been reported that Atletico are lining up a replacement for the beleaguered manager, with Rafael Benitez touted as his successor.
However, the former Sevilla manager is adamant that he will continue in the http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Vicente-c36001 Calderon hot seat. He stated that he has been in the business for a long time and rumours never bother him.
"I feel stronger than ever," the Andalusian said. He added that "for many years in this http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Job-c18684, I have never been carried away by rumours," noting that the only thing that matters "is the cup game, it upsets me otherwise ".
Manzano was pestered with questions regarding his impending sacking. The irritated manager questioned the integrity of the claims. He remarked that it would be unethical if he was the last person to know about his own future engagements.
The former Mallorca manager also questioned the sources of the rumours which claim that the manager is in his last days at the Madrid-based club.
Manzano believes that it is too soon to evaluate the work he has done with Atletico Madrid. He stated that he expects to be incharge until June 30 and only then will he assess the fruits of his efforts.
"I am strong and confident in my work and as long as coach of Atletico Madrid, I expect to be until 30 June. I will continue to finally evaluate my work, "noting that" is why I have made decisions to change a style of play, it's my way," the tactician added.
Atletico have been below par in La Liga thus far. Los Rojiblancos slipped out of the top half of Primera Division rankings after succumbing to defeat at Vicente Calderon in their final league match of 2011.
In addition to their on-field woes, the manager was unable to efficiently utilize the players at his disposal.
Creative winger Jose Antonio Reyes has been pushed out of the club, while 45 million Euro signing http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Radamel-Falcao-c30276 has been unimpressive in his outings.
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