Pablo Laso (Vitoria-Gasteiz, 1967) is back. The Basque coach, legend of Real Madrid Basketball, He is the new coach of Bayern Munich. After a year of inactivity after leaving Goya’s team, Laso will lead a powerful German project, both in the German league and in the Euroleague, in search of consolidation among the best continental basketball teams. Sign until 2025.
Laso’s intention was always to return to the bench after leaving Real Madrid de Baloncesto. It should be remembered that the white entity dispensed with his services after one last year in which he suffered a heart problem when his team was fighting for the ACB League, which they won. The white entity then decided to end his stage citing a clinical reason.
He has not lacked girlfriends. From national teams, like Israel, to Euroleague giants, such as Efes that loses Ergin Ataman and is looking for a new face with which to take flight for the two-time champion of the highest continental competition and a club with one of the biggest budgets in the competition. “I’m going to train, I’ve had offers,” he confessed at the last MARCA Sport Weekend in Malaga.
Finally, Bayern is his destination, as MARCA announced. The last Bavarian campaign left something to be desired with the controversial Andrea Trinchieri at the controls of the team. Eliminated 3-0 in the BBL semifinals. ‘Swept’ by the young Ulm led by Juan Núñez. In Euroleague they only surpassed the disastrous Panathinaikos and the modest ASVEL. Laso, therefore, seeks to revitalize the team.
“He has great experience. He has celebrated great successes with Real Madrid and is one of the most recognized coaches. A new challenge awaits him,” said Herbert Hainer, team president. In Laso’s backpack he arrives with 22 crowns in the Real Madrid, based on a devastating, fast and physical style. One of the best recent shows.
Success is not only defined by winning the Euroleague
“I’m glad to be in Munich. It’s a great honor. I want to thank you for counting on me to write the next chapter for Bayern in the BBL and EuroLeague. Success, yes, is not defined only by winning the Euroleague and it must be clear to everyone. We will seek to reach the next level,” Laso said.. One of the best coaches of all time returns to the bench.
