Andres Iniesta Named Gulf United Manager as Zambian Duo Signs in Dubai

Andres Iniesta has been appointed as the new manager of Gulf United FC, a Dubai-based club competing in the UAE First Division League. The appointment marks the Spanish football legend’s first official role in management following his retirement from professional football earlier this year. Iniesta remains in the UAE for this transition after concluding his playing career with Ras Al Khaimah-based Emirates Club. Squad Reinforcements from Zambia The arrival of the World Cup winner coincides with the signing of Zambian internationals Joshua 'Budo' Mutale and Lameck Sakala. Mutale, an attacking midfielder, joins the Dubai outfit from Tanzanian giants Simba SC, where he was a regular fixture in regional competitions. He is joined by goalkeeper Lameck Sakala, who makes the move from Zambian Super League side ZESCO United. The recruitment of Mutale and Sakala is part of a broader strategy by Gulf United to strengthen its core squad with established international talent. Both players have already arrived in Dubai to link up with the first-team squad under Iniesta’s supervision as the club prepares for its upcoming fixtures in the second tier of UAE football. Management Transition and…