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Marc Carrasco: The Architect of Reus's Football Resurgence

The coach has led a winning project that has reaffirmed the city's football passion, but his future remains uncertain.

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Coach Marc Carrasco has established himself as a key figure in the resurgence of football in Reus, driving the team towards Segunda RFEF with a project rooted in local identity and club spirit.

Marc Carrasco's passion and dedication have been instrumental in revitalizing football in Reus. This coach, likened to an English 'manager', has rebuilt the Reus FCR's sporting project from the ground up. His influence is such that he's even mentioned to have taken unusual steps, like installing washing machines for the players' comfort, demonstrating his complete commitment to the team. He is an essential figure for the club, with veteran players like Alberto Benito, Ricardo Vaz, Xavi Molina, and Ramon Folch extending their contracts due to their strong connection with their coach.
Beyond the winning results, Carrasco's legacy lies in restoring and strengthening the club's sense of identity, inherited from the former CF Reus, which disappeared in 2020. This season, with the team already in Segunda RFEF, the promotion, the Copa del Rey tie against Real Sociedad, and away games at grounds like Sant Andreu and Terrassa have solidified a new social movement around the club. The credit goes to Marc Carrasco's perseverance and love for the club, successfully instilling a clear identity in the squad, with 90% of its members born in the province.
Carrasco, who was part of the squad that was promoted to Segunda B in 2011, took charge of the project when it was in Segunda Catalana. In five years, the new entity, with roots in the former Reddis and support from the City Council and the Fundació Futbol Base Reus, has climbed to the doorstep of professional football, achieving four promotions. This winning mentality has been crucial for its social impact, complementing the sense of belonging with decisive victories.
The recent defeat in the play-off semi-final against Ourense has been a significant blow, especially for a non-conformist coach who demands the utmost. His ambition, shared with his coaching staff and players, leads him to exclaim that "football is now." This elimination has brought tears in private for Carrasco, who feels Reus is an essential part of his life.
Despite his deep connection with the club, Marc Carrasco's continuity at Reus next season is uncertain. Although he has been intensely linked with Espanyol B, he has always denied negotiating with the Catalan club. It is inevitable that other teams will show interest in a coach with his track record. The Reus entity, meanwhile, needs to strengthen its sporting structure, with the potential incorporation of a sporting director, as Carrasco currently handles contract renewals, player departures, and the search for new talent. His mind remains focused on the club, but the transfer market could alter the landscape.

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