Athletic Club Embraces a New Beginning at Lezama

For the first time in almost three weeks, Athletic Club is looking forward, hitting the reset button to move past last season's challenges. The club's new coach, Edin Terzic, is now settled in his office at the Lezama training grounds. Enthusiastic Athletic fans have had a glimpse, albeit brief, of their new coach, charged with renewing the team's spirit. While Terzic plays a key role, he is not the only one involved in shaping the team's summer plans.

This pre-season will primarily take place across Bizkaia, emphasizing the sentiment that there's no place like home. Lezama, with its top-notch facilities and favorable climate, stands as the perfect venue for Athletic's preparations. Long training camps abroad are becoming less common in football, with traveling now mainly reserved for high-profile friendlies. The upcoming series of matches in Bizkaia presents a positive opportunity for the team to get match-ready against local rivals. It also allows Terzic to experiment and make necessary adjustments, while these friendly matches could boost local clubs' revenues.

Fans will have the chance to see their favorite players up close, though it's uncertain if all training sessions at Lezama will remain closed to the public. A summer match at San Mamés would be a nod to tradition, reminiscent of the old Member's Tribute games. However, logistical challenges with an earlier league start and the specific upkeep required for the pitch during the off-season make this difficult.

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