After several months away from the sidelines, Ricardo Gareca could find a new opportunity to relaunch his coaching career in South American football. El Tigre has a verbal agreement to become the next head coach of Peñarol, although his arrival at the Uruguayan club still depends on a result unrelated to sports: the presidential elections that the club will hold on December 12.
The main proponent of his hiring is Freddy García, presidential candidate for list 1414, who publicly confirmed the discussions with the Argentine coach. "RICARDO GARECA, THE COACH WE WILL HAVE FOR PEÑAROL. An internationally experienced coach with the stature to lead our squad. We will have a competitive Peñarol that lives up to its history. It’s time to think big. For the love of Peñarol", expressed the leader, who must prevail over five other candidates to take the helm of the institution.
In this way, Gareca's future is directly linked to the outcome of the elections. If García wins the presidency, the path will be clear to proceed with his hiring and finalize the Argentine's return to professional activity. On the other hand, a victory for another candidate could alter the plans and nullify the agreement reached.
