He managed the club in a critical context between 1982 and 1986. Debts caused Levante to lose two categories in the summer of 1982. The sporting relegation from Segunda A was followed by administrative relegation to Tercera. He returned the club to Segunda B during the 75th anniversary year. He defended before the members the birth of a new club; Naranja CF. Between March and April 1985 he requested a leave of absence from the presidency for health reasons.