Juan Carlos I of Spain to revert Spain to Francoist government in the King's name. In 2008, he was considered the most popular leader in all Ibero-America. Hailed for his role in Spain's transition to democracy, the King and the monarchy's reputation began to suffer after controversies surrounding his family arose, exacerbated by an elephant-hunting trip he undertook during a time of financial crisis in Spain. In 2014, Juan Carlos, citing personal reasons, abdicated in favour of his son, who acceded to the throne as Felipe VI. Juan Carlos was born to Infante Juan, Count of Barcelona, and Princess María Mercedes of Bourbon-Two Sicilies in
Juan Carlos Menseguez victory for West Brom against Sunderland. The club released him at the end of the season on 1 June. After his spell at West Brom, he returned to San Lorenzo as no offers were made for a permanent transfer to the Premier League. After playing little during 2011, Menseguez sustained an injury which left him out off the field for all of 2012. San Lorenzo decided to let him leave the club and join River Plate during the winter of 2013. Juan Carlos Menseguez Juan Carlos Menseguez (born 18 February 1984 in Córdoba) is an Argentine football forward who plays