GOLAZONEWSRaúl González to make professional coaching debut with Oviedo
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- The Real Madrid icon replaces Julián Calero at the Spanish club.
- Raúl moves into professional management after coaching Madrid's youth ranks.
- Oviedo will compete in the second division following their recent relegation.
Real Madrid legend Raúl González has been appointed as the new head coach of Oviedo, marking his first role in professional football management. The 49-year-old, who ranks as the third-highest goalscorer in the history of the Spanish giants, transitions to the senior game after several years leading Real Madrid's youth and reserve teams, including Castilla.
Raúl takes over from Julián Calero, who was dismissed by the Oviedo board on Monday. The club is preparing for life in the Spanish second division after suffering relegation at the end of the previous campaign. This appointment signals a new chapter for the former striker, who remains one of the most celebrated figures in Real Madrid's history.