Las Palmas is in search of a new coach after García Pimienta announced he will not continue on the island. One name that stands out is Miguel Ángel Ramírez, a native of Gran Canaria. Surprisingly, he is not in the running for the UD’s bench, despite his strong connections to the club and positive reputation. When asked about the possibility of coaching on the island, Ramírez replied, “No one is a prophet in their own land.”
Ramírez began his career with Las Palmas but had to leave at a young age to pursue opportunities elsewhere. Despite his success in Ecuador and his current good performance with Sporting de Gijón, there has been a lack of interest from his hometown team. The coach has taken the long road to reach the professional football stage, but a potential return to Las Palmas seems unlikely at this point.
The situation brings into focus the complexities of returning to one’s roots in football. Although Ramírez has thrived in different leagues, a homecoming to Las Palmas has not materialized. As the search for a new coach continues, it remains to be seen who will take the reins at the club. Today, Las Palmas faced a tough 2-1 defeat against their rivals, adding more pressure to the coaching decision.