Óscar García Junyent

About

Óscar García Junyent is a Spanish football manager and former player, born on December 12, 1973, in the town of La Ràpita, Catalonia, Spain. He started his professional playing career at FC Barcelona, where he progressed through the youth system and made his debut in the late 1990s. Primarily a midfielder, he had stints at clubs like Espanyol, where he was notably successful, and also played for other teams like Albacete Balompié and Celta de Vigo. Transitioning into management, García has managed various clubs, including a notable tenure at the youth setup of FC Barcelona, and in 2017 he was appointed head coach of Brighton & Hove Albion in the English Championship. He has a reputation for developing young talents and implementing attractive, offensive playing styles. Throughout his managerial career, he has worked in several countries, including Spain and various teams in Europe.