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Salaries of the Coaching Staff in Second Division: Coaches, Fitness Coaches and More

The salary world behind the benches is a little-known territory, full of contrasts, secrets, and figures that very few dare to reveal.
Today we reveal how much the technical staff in the Second Division really earn: coaches, fitness coaches, analysts, physios, doctors, and all the profiles that sustain a team’s performance from the shadows.

What are the Second Division budgets and why do they influence salaries?

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24 November 2025 |

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The salary reality of the technical staff in Spanish professional football

The Second Division is not only a competitive platform for players; it is also an environment where the coaching staff becomes fully professionalized. Their salaries vary according to position, experience, club, and responsibility. Here we analyze the approximate ranges and the factors that influence them.

Why do the salaries of the technical staff vary so much?

The budget of each club, the importance of the position within the sporting project, and the professional’s previous experience are decisive. A club competing for promotion usually pays more than one fighting to avoid relegation.

The growth of the staff’s role in modern football

Squads no longer depend solely on the head coach. Sports science, data analysis, medicine, and physical preparation have elevated the value of every staff member… and also their salaries.

Football team technical staff discussing strategies, highlighting aspects related to minimum wages in the Second Division.

Approximate salary ranges of the coaching staff in Second Division

Below we detail estimates based on industry data, market references, and professional analysis. Each figure may vary depending on the club, career path, and negotiation.

Head Coach Second Division

In the Second Division, the coach is one of the highest salaries in the club after the players.
Approximate range: between €120,000 and €600,000 per year, depending on the club’s prestige, performance, and objectives.
Coaches with experience in the First Division or previous promotions can exceed this range.

Assistant Coach / Technical Assistant Second Division

Responsible for coordinating training sessions, opponent analysis, and tactical support for the head coach.
Approximate range: between €40,000 and €120,000 per year.
The most experienced assistants —especially those who have worked in elite clubs— may be positioned in the upper part of the range.

Fitness Coach Second Division

One of the most valued positions, especially with the rise of performance, prevention, and tactical periodization.
Approximate range: between €35,000 and €100,000 per year.
Profiles with advanced training in sports sciences or specializations (strength, reconditioning, GPS, load management) obtain better contracts.

Data Analyst / Video Analyst Second Division

Analysis is increasingly essential for competing.
Approximate range: €25,000 – €60,000.
In clubs with larger budgets it can reach €70,000.
Specialists in big data or predictive models are increasingly in demand.

Medical Team Second Division (Sports Doctor)

Responsible for the clinical area, evaluations, return-to-play, and medical supervision.
Approximate range: €60,000 – €150,000 per year.
The figure depends greatly on whether they are hired full-time by the club or provide external services.

Physiotherapists and Reconditioning Coaches Second Division

Indispensable positions for preventing injuries and accelerating recoveries.
Approximate range:

  • Physiotherapist: €25,000 – €55,000

  • Reconditioning Coach: €30,000 – €70,000
    Clubs with higher competitive demands pay more, especially in seasons with a high injury load.

Coaching staff of a football team representing the best Second Division coaches, showcasing leadership, strategy, and tactical expertise.
How much does a Second Division coach earn?

The salary can vary depending on the club, experience, and sporting objectives, but in general, how much a Second Division coach earns usually ranges between €100,000 and €600,000 per year. Coaches with a background in the First Division or with previous promotions tend to be in the upper part of the range, while coaches with less experience may remain in more modest figures.

For the 2025–26 season of the Spanish Second Division, the following coaches stand out for their experience, previous results, and challenges undertaken:

  • Rubi at UD Almería, who returns to the club with the ambition of promotion.

  • Gaizka Garitano at Cádiz CF, with extensive experience in Second and First Division.

  • Luis Miguel Ramis at Burgos CF, a coach with dozens of matches in the category and a consolidation project.

  • And also emerging or renewal profiles that are gaining attention this season.

These names are considered among the best for their ability to lead projects in the 25/26 season, although the final assessment will depend on actual results during the competition.

The minimum salary in the Second Division is set by the agreement between LaLiga and the AFE and includes the base salary and certain mandatory supplements. Although it can be updated each season, it is usually placed in a high range compared to other sectors, but it is only the starting point: many players and members of the coaching staff end up earning above that minimum thanks to bonuses, performance-based variables, and individual negotiations with the club.

The Second Division budgets are the total amount of money each club has available to face the season (players’ and coaching staff salaries, signings, structure, etc.). The larger the budget, the greater the club’s ability to offer better contracts, invest in specialized staff, and compete for ambitious objectives such as promotion. That is why knowing the Second Division budgets is key to understanding why some teams can pay much higher salaries than others within the same category.

The salary of a coach in Division 3 categories (third tier / Tercera RFEF or equivalent leagues) is very variable, but, in general, it is far below what is earned in the Second Division. In many cases it is considered a semi-professional category:

  • In modest clubs, a Division 3 coach can earn between €800 and €1,500 per month, and even less if the club has a low budget.

  • In more ambitious projects or those with greater resources, the salary can range between €1,500 and €3,000 per month, sometimes supplemented with bonuses for objectives (promotions, staying in the division, etc.).

  • It is common for many coaches in this category to combine football with another job or with training activities to supplement their income.

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