Mano Menezes bids farewell to Grêmio, thanks fans for support | OneFootball

The coach Mano Menezes released a farewell letter from Grêmio this Tuesday. In the text, the coach recalls the delicate situation in which he took over the club in April, thanks the management for their trust, and expresses gratitude for his time working with the Tricolor.

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Mano was hired after a turbulent phase in the season. According to him, the decision to return to the club stemmed from a relationship of trust with president Alberto Guerra and his board. “I accepted and will always accept whenever Grêmio needs. Our relationship is one of mutual gratitude,” he wrote.

Return to the South American Cup and rebuilding

The coach highlighted that, over the nearly eight months leading the team, he managed to place Grêmio back in the South American Cup, finishing the Brasileirão in ninth place. Mano acknowledged that the result is below the fans' ambitions but emphasized that the performance provides a solid foundation for rebuilding the squad.

“It is little for the fans' ambition, but it is the foundation for a new team and new achievements,” he stated.

Thanks to the club and fans

In another part, Mano Menezes thanked the reception and respect he received behind the scenes at Grêmio: “I thank the way we were treated by almost all employees, directors, players, and fans,” he highlighted.

The coach also left an optimistic message to Grêmio supporters: “The ball is round and will certainly keep rolling for all of us. I sincerely hope that better days may come for everyone.”

Message of professionalism

The letter ends with Mano reinforcing the commitment maintained until the last days and the stance he intends to follow in his career:

“We move forward… Working seriously, fulfilling our commitments to the end, and with our heads held high – always.”

With Mano Menezes' departure, Grêmio begins the search for a new leader for 2026, amid planning for the next season.

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