What happened: Yaya Touré has signed a three-year contract to become the head coach of Slovan Bratislava, marking his first senior managerial role. The former Manchester City and Barcelona midfielder officially earned his UEFA Pro Licence in 2025 and takes over from long-time manager Vladimír Weiss.
Why it matters: Touré joins the reigning Slovak champions after they secured their eighth consecutive domestic title in the 2025-26 season. The 43-year-old spent the last year as an assistant coach with the Saudi Arabian national team under Roberto Mancini, building on previous roles at Standard Liège and Tottenham.
By the numbers: Slovan Bratislava won their 8th consecutive Slovak First Football League title in 2025-26. Touré arrives with a professional playing resume that includes three Premier League titles, a Champions League trophy, and four African Footballer of the Year awards.
What to watch: Touré is expected to begin his tenure immediately, overseeing the club's preparation for the 2026-27 season and their upcoming Champions League qualifying campaign.