Sevilla coach Julen Lopetegui says he's happy working with sports director Monchi.

Lopetegui hailed Monchi's contribution to the club and made clear that the collaboration between the two has been exemplary.

"It is a pleasure for any coach to work with [Monchi] for all that he contributes," he told Radio MARCA.

"He goes beyond the typical role of a sporting director.

"We are delighted with him and with the work of the entire sports management department.

"It is important to have a very good professional, who takes the decisions however they come.

"He is a guarantee for the club."