Overview
- Málaga announced the move on Wednesday and Funes will lead the team in Sunday's match against CD Mirandés.
- After sounding out external candidates, including Rubén Albés, the club opted for an internal promotion.
- Funes spent six seasons in charge of Atlético Malagueño and secured promotion to Segunda RFEF last season.
- The club described him as a specialist in nurturing young players with deep knowledge of Málaga's structure and squad.
- The reserve side has struggled this season with one win in 11, yet Funes has helped advance numerous academy players to the first team.