Championship excellent place to discover talent - Espanyol's Monchi
Espanyol sporting director Monchi explains why he believes England's Championship is an undervalued source of talent, and outlines his ambitions to restore Espanyol to the top end of Spanish football.
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""I think the Championship is one of the least understood competitions.""
— Monchi , Executive
""However, we have to be imaginative, work hard and look for alternatives.""
— Monchi , Executive
Key People
Alan Pace is the chairman of Burnley Football Club.
Espanyol sporting director who previously worked with Aston Villa, Sevilla, and Roma.
Morgan Rogers is a footballer who has been recognized for his performance in England's qualifying campaign.
Netherlands international football player signed by Espanyol on loan from Burnley.
Football player who joined Espanyol from Blackburn Rovers.
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Espanyol sporting director Monchi explains why he believes England's Championship is an undervalued source of talent, and outlines his ambitions to restore Espanyol to the top end of Spanish football.
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