The 44-year-old coach had a successful time at the Liniers club during his time as a player, where he won five titles.
After a great year with Gustavo Quinteros leading the team, Velez Sarsfield officially presented Sebastián Domínguez as the new technical director of the club. The brand new 44-year-old coach is an emblem of the “fortín” since he achieved 5 titles during his time as a player. “It’s a pride, I dreamed of this moment,” he said.
In his presentation, Domínguez made clear his commitment to the club and highlighted the importance of the lower divisions as a basis for the future: “Vélez has a long-term project that benefits us. Being able to find solutions within the same club is something very strong. The lower ones are the heritage of Velez, and we are going to defend it.”
Regarding his return to Liniers, said at a press conference: “It is a pride, a privilege that carries a lot of responsibility.. As a player I dreamed of this moment, but it arrived much faster than I expected“.
Sports project: Sebastián Domínguez’s objectives in Vélez
On the other hand, he referred to the sports project that he assumes as head of the team and assured that the objectives he has for this cycle include qualifying for the playoffs in the local tournament, advancing to the next phase in the Libertadores Cup and, if not achieved, maintain the privilege of competing in the South American Cup.
Regarding the formation of the squad and possible departures, he explained: “Valentín (Gómez) is important, but so is the club’s economy. His departure is not yet final“. Regarding reinforcements, he assured that he will first analyze the players available in the preseason, which will begin this Tuesday in the Olympic Village together with his coaching staff made up of Ernesto Colman, Emiliano Papa, Nicolás Domínguez and Matías Bassi.
Among the scheduled friendlies, there are matches against Sporting Cristal of Peru and Lanús.
Domínguez, who signed a contract until December of this year, takes office at a special moment for Vélez, as the current Argentine soccer champion, and highlighted the positive influence of Outgoing coach in the teamwho resigned unexpectedly at the end of the season: “I have a lot of faith that we can take the best of Quinteros and enhance it with our forms. Vélez must be the protagonist in all events.”
Finally, he remarked: “We are going to compete with commitment, effort and passion, as I have always done in my relationship with this club.”
Source: Ambito
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