Down in Extremadura, there's a project that is taking shape that could help put the forgotten province back on the Spain's footballing map. AD Mérida are building towards a return to professional football after a long absence and with new owners, new facilities and new a approach they are looking towards long term success.

Liam had the immense pleasure if catching up with one of the minds behind those plans as he was joined by Alejandro Pérez , the AD Mérida General Director, to talk all things about the club, how they're approach their chase for promotion and what the long term future looks like for this brilliant club.

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