Patricio Hurtado, the interim coach of Liga Deportiva Universitaria de Quito, has made a strong impression by leading the team to victories in both the Copa Libertadores and LigaPro. Despite this success, the club’s management is actively seeking a permanent coaching team following the departure of Pablo ‘Vitamina’ Sánchez.
Current negotiations are reportedly taking place with Vicente Sánchez, who is the head coach of Cruz Azul, and is preparing to compete in the Concachampions final against the Whitecaps, where he will face Ecuadorian player Pedro Vite. If Sánchez accepts the position, he would leave his role with Cruz Azul, which has sparked interest from Liga de Quito’s management, according to journalist César Merlo.
Vicente Sánchez has a notable background as both a player and a coach, with stints at clubs such as Nacional, Toluca, América, Defensor Sporting, and Schalke 04. He transitioned to coaching in 2025 and has since made an impactful contribution to Cruz Azul.
This situation presents an exciting opportunity for Liga de Quito, as a notable figure like Vicente Sánchez could bring new energy and strategies to the team, reinforcing their ambitions in both national and international competitions. The search for a coach illustrates the club’s commitment to building a competitive and successful squad.