Óscar Sánchez’s lasting gift to Javier Aguirre’s Valencia | OneFootball

Óscar Sánchez’s interim spell at Valencia CF was brief but productive, yielding more than three points at Mendizorroza. It fast-tracked Aaron Mayol, David Otorbi, Aimar Blázquez and Iker Córdoba, youngsters ready to aid the relegation fight.

According to Superdeporte, they lacked chances under Carlos Corberán, but Sánchez knew them and handed minutes and responsibility in a delicate moment. Their responses showed they can keep helping this season and are now at Javier Aguirre’s disposal.

Aguirre will decide their roles. All look usable, and in a squad with gaps after the chaotic planning of former CEO of Football Ron Gourlay, they already broaden the options of a team searching for solutions.

Mayol has been the standout, the reserve midfielder starting twice for 90 minutes alongside Guido Rodríguez and scoring a stunning Mestalla goal reminiscent of Javi Guerra’s against Valladolid. Otorbi could have most runway given his profile and the shortage out wide, his best display came against La Real.

Blázquez’s debut was eye-catching, his first touch almost produced a goal and he was key to Luken Beitia’s own goal. He has staked a claim for the nine with Sadiq absent and no free-agent striker, while centre-back Córdoba impressed in Vitoria and in Seville under Corberán.

Rubén Baraja’s spell offers a clear parallel and template.

Source: Superdeporte

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