Hoy, Pablo Lavallén is no longer the coach of FBC Melgar, the directors made this decision after the recent defeat against Universitario. The "mistiano" team has not scored any points in the Torneo Apertura. The fans applauded the measure.

"We thank Professor Pablo Lavallén and his coaching staff for their human qualities and the services provided during their stay at the club, wishing them the best of success in their future professional endeavors," the statement said.

Copa Libertadores

Furthermore, the club reported that Professor Marco Valencia will take over the team on an interim basis until a replacement is found for the rest of the Torneo Apertura, but with a focus on the Copa Libertadores above all.

Lavallén arrived at Melgar in the middle of last year, replacing Néstor Lorenzo, who left to become the coach of Colombia. The Argentinean led Melgar to the final for the national title, a stage he lost to Alianza Lima.