The eminent departure of Juan Carlos Oblitas of the Peruvian Football Federation became official a few days after Ricardo Gareca’s departure from Peru. The ‘Ciego’, who held the position of sports director of the Peru national team until June 13 this year, confirmed in a press release that despite his intention and inclination to continue promoting Peruvian football, he did not find reciprocity on the part of the president of the FPF, Agustín Lozano, he stepped aside.
The departure of the “Tiger” announced that changes in Videna would continue; However, after the first meeting on Monday between both parties, he left us with a light of hope. It became known that Oblitas arrived last Wednesday videna with the slogan of defining its continuity but could not meet with Lozano.
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He tried to communicate again on Thursday and went to the federation’s office, but the boss did not show up for the arranged meeting and was present at the friendly match that the U-17s (1-1) played against Paraguay. Faced with refusing to sit down and speak, Juan Carlos understood they didn’t want him and decided to send a statement ending his relationship with the FPF.
“Ever since my contract situation ended, I have always had the will and disposition to move on in position to continue the project that started more than seven years ago. I regret not having found reciprocity on the part of the FPF in this regard, so I must conclude this beautiful stage of my professional career,” the statement said.
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replacement in sight
After the announcement, the names of possible substitutes were immediately mentioned. It turns out they offered the position to Guillermo ‘Chemo’ del Solar, the current coach of the U. César Vallejo, but he didn’t take it. Second on the list is Roberto Silva, former player and President of the Association of Professional Soccer Players of Peru.
Former Alianza Lima footballer Roberto Silva sounded like a possible replacement for Juan Carlos Oblitas. Photo: Libero
The name of Claudio Pizarro, current ambassador of FC Bayern Munich in Germany, would be one of the alternatives due to his proximity to the FPF and his contacts with the Peruvian internationals. This could open the doors to this new challenge of leading Peru from the position of sporting director to a new World Cup. Although he is a known opponent of Lush, the name Álvaro Barco is also on the list as his years of experience could put him in the spotlight as an ideal replacement. In the next few hours it will be determined who will arrive and who will be responsible for selecting the new bicolor technician.
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At Oblitas in Videna, the name Juan Reynoso was the first option to replace Ricardo Gareca, but today the panorama has changed. The names of Santiago Beccacece and Hernán Crespo continue to be heard, but nothing is defined yet. That yes, Lozano and his board need to make decisions as soon as possible as the Blanquirroja have agreed a friendly against Mexico in the United States for the FIFA date on September 24 and by then it should already be clear who will be in charge of the team from all
Within a week changed the reality and the panorama of Peruvian football, which after seven years of work by those who know, live and breathe the beautiful game that so united Peruvians in difficult times, changed from less to more.
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a new farewell
The press release Oblitas sent to the media to make his departure official.
The word
Nolberto Solano, Gareca’s former assistant
“It would fill us with pride if any Peruvian continued all this. Thanks to Juan Carlos and Ricardo, I have affection and respect for them. Now just look what the future holds, you have to respect the decision.