URGENT ¥¥¥ Solari confirmed as Real Madrid coach until 2021

Madrid, Nov 13, 2018 (AFP) - Santiago Solari on Tuesday was confirmed as Real Madrid coach until 2021 following his successful spell in charge as caretaker boss of the European champions.

"Real Madrid's board of directors met today and decided to name Santiago Solari as first team coach until June 30, 2021," the club announced in a statement.

Solari's anointment as sacked Julen Lopetegui's permanent successor comes after wins in his first four matches.

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