Beyond the transfer market, Iraola has been busy laying the domestic foundations at Kirby. He revealed that he has already held discussions with key members of his squad, including those who have represented their nations at the 2026 World Cup. His focus remains on fostering a positive environment that allows elite talent to thrive under his tactical system.
"I spoke with the players at the World Cup, especially the ones who are eliminated, enjoying their holidays, I didn’t want to disturb them while it was ongoing but I had some good talks," Iraola explained. "I used these weeks before training to talk with a lot of people who work here every day. They create a good environment so our players can perform to the maximum."