Barcelona women name Romeu as new coach

Pere Romeu, who was an assistant to former coach Jonatan Giraldez for three seasons, has been named the new coach of Barcelona's women's team, signing a two-year contract, according to the Spanish club on Friday.

Romeu will have big shoes to fill after Giraldez led Barcelona to a quadruple last season, winning the Champions League, Liga F, Copa de la Reina, and the Spanish Super Cup while losing only one match across all competitions.

Giraldez left the club to take over the Washington Spirit, an American NWSL team.

"During these past three seasons as Giraldez' assistant coach, Romeu has had a key analytical and game preparation role," the club said.

Romeu will be assisted by Rafel Navarro, who has been with the team since 2019.

Barcelona announced earlier this week that they have signed Polish striker Ewa Pajor from VfL Wolfsburg and English keeper Ellie Roebuck from Manchester City.

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