El Pintita would return to the club of his loves to direct it. (Special)
Fernando Gago’s hours with Chivas seem to be numbered after a week of rumors, since it has been announced that negotiations have been closed with Boca Juniors for him to become their new technical coach, so the Clásico Tapatío would be his last game in Mexico.
The strategist’s departure had been stopped in recent days due to the USD 2 million worth of his termination clause, which both clubs were negotiating, especially the Xeneize team, since he requested the opportunity to give the money in two payments. , something that did not completely convince the red and white board, in addition to the fact that they were making time to find a replacement.
However, it seems that everything has come to fruition and after days of speculation, Gago will be the new coach of Boca Juniors starting next week, having the opportunity to coach the Tapatíos one last time, before it becomes official. his departure.
According to journalist César Luis Merlo, Chivas and Boca have already reached an agreement for Fernando Gago, who would direct the Clásico Tapatío prior to his departure, to be officially presented next Monday. Although it is unknown if the Argentines did cover the entire termination clause.
In the same way, the source announced that the Rojiblanco team has advanced talks with Gerardo Espinoza to take the place left by Gago, remembering that the Mexican coach already had a stint at the institution, although with Tapatío, so he knows the squad.
The Argentine coach has coached a total of 37 games since his arrival in January 2024, with a record of 17 wins, 9 draws and 11 losses, managing to reach the semifinals in the only league he played in, although he ended up losing the series against América. in the National Classic, who ultimately became the two-time champion of the Liga Mx.
