AEK Larnaca in search of new coach following Imanol Idiakez's departure

Following the resignation of president Andros Karapatakis and the dismissal of coach Imanol Idiakez, AEK Larnaca is actively searching for a new technical lead. The club leadership has evaluated several candidates, including Sa Pinto and Ronny Levy, but Javi Rosada, current coach of E.N. Ypsonas, has emerged as the primary candidate. The administration aims to conclude the hiring process within 48 hours to ensure a new manager is in place for the upcoming Conference League round-of-16 match against Crystal Palace. Until a permanent successor is appointed, performance analyst Carles Martinez is serving as the interim coach. This transition occurs amid broader structural changes, as the current Board of Directors is set to step down at the end of the season. On March 6, 2026, the team faced Akritas Chlorakas in a league match while managed by Martinez. Club spokesperson Kyriakos Dimitriou emphasized that while local league experience is preferred, there is no set deadline for the final appointment.