Real Madrid Fires Coach Sergio Scariolo After Trophyless Season, Pedro Martinez Expected to Replace Him

Real Madrid officially announced the dismissal of Italian coach Sergio Scariolo after just one season with the club. The decision comes following a disappointing year without any titles, including a loss to Olympiacos in the EuroLeague final, elimination in the Spanish league playoff quarterfinals by Tenerife, a defeat to Baskonia in the Spanish Cup final, and a loss to Valencia in the Supercup.

Scariolo will receive a substantial severance package of 5 million euros for the remaining two years on his contract. Meanwhile, Pedro Martinez is expected to be appointed as the new head coach. Martinez had an outstanding season with Valencia, leading them to the Spanish league championship, the Supercup title, and a EuroLeague Final Four appearance.

Although Real Madrid has not yet officially confirmed Martinez's signing, the club is reportedly paying a 1 million euro buyout fee to Valencia. Martinez is expected to sign a three-year contract worth just over 1 million euros per season. This coaching change is one of the notable shifts in the EuroLeague this summer.