The name of the coach of Celta de Vigo, in Spain, Eduardo “Chacho” Coudethas strongly entered the list of possible candidates to occupy the bench of the Chilean national team, free since a month ago the “Red” failed in its attempt to qualify for Qatar 2022 and the Uruguayan was dismissed Martin Lasarte.
This was revealed on Thursday by the prestigious Chilean newspaper “El Mercurio”, which in its printed edition confirmed that on that mission the coordinator of the National Football Association (ANFP), Francis Cagigao, traveled to Spain a few days ago. the past.
“A name that matches the profile you are looking for is Eduardo Coudet, because of his youth (47 years old), offensive style, knowledge of Latin soccer and the management of essential dressing rooms ”, highlights in the publication.
El Mercurio admitted, however, that the federation headquarters believes the signing was very difficult or “almost a pipe dream” because the former Argentine striker had just extended his contract with the Galicians, who seemed happy with his management despite irregular campaign.
And he insists that in addition to Coudetthe federal official “traveled to Europe” along with other names in his portfolio that he did not disclose.
A long list of candidates
With the Betis coach, Manuel Pellegrini as the main requestthe Chilean press ensures that the ANFP was also sounded by men Matías Almeyda, Ariel Holan, Eduardo Berizzo or the young coach of Defense and Justice, Sebastian Beccacecewhich keeps the Argentine team fourth on the table.
There was even talk Gustavo Quinteroswith a great campaign to the leader of Colo Colo, who, however, ruled himself.
Aside from finding a new style of play and making the necessary adjustments of the “golden generation” that gave Chilean soccer a brilliant decade, the federation is faced with financial problems that are lowering the amount of salaries it can offer.
In addition, the entity – very critical – will hold elections at the end of the year, so it is assumed that leadership on the bench of the absolute will be delayed until elected and a new board is formed.
Source: La Verdad
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