Sergio Rodríguez, with one foot out of Real Madrid after a year on the sidelines

Real Madrid closes a historic campaign without winning any titles, breaking a streak of success dating back to 2010. Although Scariolo's team had a competitive Euroleague season, reaching the Final Four, the collapse in the ACB playoffs was decisive. The defeat against La Laguna Tenerife in the quarterfinals marked the end of a grueling season, preventing the white team from reaching the semifinals for the first time in eighteen consecutive years.

This situation has accelerated structural changes within the organization. According to reports from Encestando and MARCA, Juan Carlos Sánchez will return to lead the club's sports management, taking on the responsibilities that Sergio Rodríguez has held this season. The comeback of the historic executive marks a turning point in the club's strategy after such a challenging year.

Changes in the sports structure

The appointment of Juan Carlos Sánchez to head the sports management is a response to the need for a realignment following the competitive failure. The executive had stepped down from his position in 2025, but Florentino Pérez kept him within the club as an advisor. Now, the club president brings him back into the forefront of decision-making, a move highlighting the urgency for transformation.

Sergio Rodríguez, who held the position this season, will not continue at the club as reported by OKDiario. His departure directly stems from this reorganization, making way for Juan Carlos Sánchez to reassume leadership of the section.

The future of 'el Chacho' and Martynas Pocius

Both Sergio Rodríguez and Martynas Pocius, the former Real Madrid player brought in to drive a change in the structure, are still under contract with the club. However, their roles within the organization could see significant changes. If they remain, it is expected that they will take on secondary positions within the sports hierarchy.

Martynas Pocius was brought in with the aim of providing a new perspective to the section, but his future is now overshadowed by the decision to return Juan Carlos Sánchez to the leadership.

Scariolo's continuity with staff changes

Despite the title crisis, Scariolo will remain at the helm for the next season. Encestando confirmed that the Italian coach will continue leading the team, although his closest circle will undergo modifications. The coaching staff and trusted members accompanying him will see adjustments, aiming to renew dynamics and methodologies to regain competitiveness.

This decision reflects the board's continued trust in Scariolo's project, despite the trophy-less year. The staff changes are needed to refresh the environment and strategies without completely dismantling the technical project.

A historic year calling for reflection

The lack of titles in a season marks a negative milestone for an institution accustomed to competing for all available trophies. The Euroleague journey was respectable, with a decent performance leading to the Final Four, but the collapse in the domestic playoffs was unacceptable by the club's standards.

The defeat against La Laguna Tenerife in the ACB quarterfinals was a significant emotional and sporting blow. Failing to reach the semifinals after eighteen consecutive years signifies a breaking point that has led to these decisions.

Juan Carlos Sánchez's return to sports management signifies a show of faith in his experience and knowledge of the club's structure. His track record and understanding of the white team's project position him as a key figure in navigating this crisis and restoring competitiveness.

The coming months will be crucial in determining if these structural changes can reverse the situation and return Real Madrid to the winning path that has characterized its recent history. The confidence in Scariolo, the return of Juan Carlos Sánchez, and the adjustments in the coaching staff form a recovery strategy that the club hopes will be effective.

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