Juan Reynoso will no longer be continued in the technical direction Peruvian team due to the bad start in South American qualification 2026. The Peruvian Football Federation (FPF) finally decided to stop the process and “Cabezón” was already notified a few days ago. Now both parties are negotiating an agreement that protects their interests.
While an agreement is reached, a few coaching names are being planned to replace Juan Reynoso. One of them is the experienced DT Jose Pekermanwho is currently a free agent after his time with the Venezuelan national team.
Regarding the next trainer that could arrive at the Bicolor, the communicator Omar Ruíz de Somocurcio said that Ricardo Gareca intends to return. Even the FPF’s general director of football, Juan Carlos Oblitas, agrees; However, Agustín Lozano’s intentions would be different..
“They tell me that Ricardo Gareca wants to be the coach of the Peruvian team and Oblitas wants him to come back, but Agustín Lozano wants to bet on José Pékerman. First-hand information,” he stated on the “Teledeportes” program.
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The sports commentator also said that if the president of the highest governing body of Peruvian football is thinking about betting on Pékerman, it is because they have already met.
“If the president of the FPF thinks of José Pékerman, it is because he has already met with him and already knows what he wants and that the numbers are correct, because the FPF numbers are managed by the president, not by Juan Carlos Oblitas.” he added.
How did José Pékerman fare as commander of Venezuela?
The Argentine coach’s last experience was at the helm of Vinotinto. Pékerman joined the Llanero team on November 30, 2021 and was in office for one year and three months. In March 2023, the coach announced his departure after recording 5 wins, 4 losses and a draw.
What other coaches entered the orbit of the Peruvian team?
According to the “A-Druck” program, in addition to Pékerman, Jorge Sampaoli and Hernán Crespo would also be other strategists in the Bicolor environment. In addition, in recent days Jorge Fossati has been added to this list, who would enjoy great approval in the Peruvian Football Federation.
When will the Peruvian team play again?
All teams will be back in action in March 2024. This month Bicolor will play two friendly matches in Europe following the agreement between UEFA and Conmebol. The schedule and teams the national team will compete against are yet to be confirmed.