The technical director Guillermo Barros Schelotto expressed his enthusiasm for taking on the challenge of leading the Vélez Sarsfield team. He emphasized his intention to play offensively in search of victory in every match, whether at home or away. Barros Schelotto mentioned the goal of raising Vélez to an even higher level, maintaining a core of young players in the team.
Regarding his choice to join Vélez, the coach mentioned his interest in developing young players and competing at a high level in Argentine football. He emphasized the quality of the club's youth divisions as one of the reasons that led him to accept the role quickly.
As for the current sporting situation of the team, Barros Schelotto acknowledged the standings and assured that they will work hard to improve. He referred to the importance of analyzing the players' sporting, technical, and physical performance to identify areas for improvement.
Despite not having held talks with Carlos Bianchi, Barros Schelotto praised the legendary coach and mentioned his excellent relationship with him. He expressed his total commitment to Vélez and his interest in working for the benefit of the team and the players.
The hiring of Guillermo Barros Schelotto was officially announced by Vélez Sarsfield through social media, with an initial one-year contract and the possibility of extending it until 2027. The coach appeared focused on his work and on preparing the team for the next match.
At his presentation as technical director, Barros Schelotto recalled the positive influence that Carlos Bianchi had on his career and expressed his pride in being in the same place where the legendary coach began his journey. The Vélez Sarsfield team supported the arrival of the new coach, conveying their confidence in regaining the level of success achieved in the past.
