Yaya Touré appointed head coach of Slovan Bratislava

Former Manchester City and Barcelona midfielder Yaya Touré has been appointed as the new head coach of Slovak champions ŠK Slovan Bratislava, marking his first senior managerial role. The 43-year-old Ivorian legend signed a three-year contract with the club, which was officially confirmed on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

Touré succeeds Vladimír Weiss, who left the club to take charge of the Slovak national team. He takes over a Slovan side that is the most successful club in Slovakia, having just won the domestic league title. In a statement, Touré expressed his excitement for the challenge, saying he is incredibly excited to coach a great club with a rich history, a beautiful stadium, and high ambitions.

The former midfielder revealed that watching Slovan play against his former club Manchester City in the Champions League last season helped convince him of the club's stature and played a role in his decision. He outlined his vision for the team, stating his intention to play dominant soccer, win games, and control matches to delight the fans. Touré also said he has been studying the team in detail ahead of starting work on Monday, June 15.

Club CEO Ivan Kmotrík Jr. welcomed the...