Francis Cagigao, former Arsenal technical secretary, will be the new head of Chile’s national teams. Born in London, and of Spanish parents, he accepted the offer of the ANFP and will land in the country to assume his new role from 2021.
Cagigao was linked to Arsenal for 24 years, where he arrived as a player at the age of 17. His career as a footballer ended quickly: at the age of 29 he retired due to constant injuries. He became a scout, and played a key role during the Arsene Wenger era.
The information was confirmed by La Tercera, where Cagigao gives details about the agreement. “The first, logically, because it was one of the proposals I had and, ultimately, the one that most caught my attention, as it meant a great challenge and pride for me, personally, to be able to represent a great country.
Now the European, who was key to the arrival of Alexis Sánchez in 2014, will have the mission of organizing the work of the national teams, and will also have a preponderant role in the adult Red.
“The presence of a National Sports Director is something unprecedented for our football. Have a technical advisor who handles all aspects of selection, tactics, evaluation and sports policies It will be very important to establish a line of work and a long-term policy to achieve the success of our national teams, which is something we all want, ”said Pablo Milad.
In this scenario, one of his first tasks will be to monitor the continuity of Reinaldo Rueda, and if he leaves, elect a replacement for the coffee grower in the position for the Qualifiers.
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