Gracia 'proud' to take over at Olympiacos Volou

Olympiacos Volou FC have appointed Javier Gracia as coach.

Former midfielder Gracia, 41, started his coaching career in the Villarreal CF youth setup before also enjoying spells in charge of Pontevedra CF and Cádiz CF. "I would like to thank the club for giving this opportunity to a young coach like me," he said after his appointment. "I am proud to become part of such an ambitious project. I will do my best for Olympiacos Volou."

Olympiacos Volou finished fifth in the Greek Super League and will therefore play in next season's UEFA Europa League second qualifying round.