Javier Aguirre has broken his own record by signing with Valencia at the age of 67, surpassing the previous record held by Prandelli, who joined the club at 59 years old. Aguirre has a long history of coaching in Spain, having previously worked with Osasuna, Atlético, Zaragoza, Espanyol, Mallorca, and Leganés. He has also had offers from other clubs after leaving his role as Mexico's national team coach, but has chosen to join Valencia, a club he has always admired.
Aguirre's signing marks a new milestone in the club's history, with Di Stéfano previously holding the record for the oldest coach to lead the team, at 61 years old. Bordalás, who was 57 years old when he joined Valencia, had previously been the second-oldest coach to take charge of the team. Aguirre's appointment is a significant move for the club, and he will now look to turn Valencia's fortunes around.