While preparing for their next match against Defensa y Justicia for matchday 5 of the Clausura Tournament, Vélezreceived unexpected news. In recent hours, according to various Mexican media, Guillermo Barros Schelotto is one of the main candidates to be the new coach of Tigres UANL.
After an irregular start to the season with the early elimination from the Leagues Cup and amid differences with management over the sports project, including the sale of Ángel Correa to River, Argentine Guido Pizarro left his position as head coach of the team.
In this context, the management of the feline team is now looking for a high-caliber replacement capable of leading a long-term project and the Mellizo has gained ground in consideration.
Guillermo Barros Schelotto is one of the main candidates to be the new head coach of Tigres UANL
Despite the dissemination of this alleged interest in the former coach of Boca, Gerardo Torrado, sports vice president of the institution, remained cautious when asked about the search and avoided mentioning names: "We are working on the final details and I hope we can soon announce who the new coach will be".
Meanwhile, various reports indicate that Carlos Valenzuela, vice president of business for Tigres, may have traveled to Argentina to advance discussions with Barros Schelotto,although there is still no official confirmation. In addition to the Argentine, the list of candidates would include Colombians Óscar Pareja and Juan Carlos Osorio, although both would be behind the coach of the V.
It is worth mentioning that, if it moves forward, the main obstacle for the operation is the current link of the former striker with Vélez. The coach has a contract with Fortín untilDecember and, throughout his career, has historically shown respect for the commitments made. Therefore, any potential departure would require first resolving his contractual situation with the Liniers institution.
Guillermo Barros Schelotto has a contract with Vélez until the end of the year
For now, in Liniers they trust in the continuity of the coach. The coming hours will be important to understand the true state of negotiations, especially after the match against Halcón de Varela, when Barros Schelotto could publicly address the rumors about his future.
Barros Schelotto's numbers at Vélez
Since his arrival at Fortín at the beginning of last year, the Mellizo has managed 59 matches, with a record of 27 wins, 16 draws, and 16 losses, and a balance of 70 goals for and 46 against. In terms of titles, he has won 2: International Supercup 2024/25 and Argentine Supercup 2025.
