By Jorge Hernandez
Hours after the consecration of Blue Cross in the Liga MXthe name of Nicolás Larcamón once again gained strength in international football. The Argentine coach was officially announced as the new technical director of the Gijón Wearingclub that competes in LaLiga Hypermotionthe Second Division of Spain.
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The South American strategist will thus begin his first experience in European football, after a career that took him to different clubs in South America and Mexico, where he managed to establish himself as one of the most recognized coaches in recent years.
Nicolás Larcamón signs a contract with Wearing de Gijón until 2027
Through an official statement, the Gijón Wearing confirmed the hiring of Nicolás Larcamónwho signed a contract until June 2027, with the possibility of extending it for one more season depending on sporting objectives.
Negotiations between both parties took place in recent weeks, after Borja Jiménez notified the board of his intention to terminate early the contract he had with the Spanish institution.
The Asturian club highlighted the international experience of the Argentine coach and expressed its confidence in the project he will lead for the next campaign.
Larcamón’s time at Cruz Azul ended before the championship
The stage of Larcamon with Blue Cross It came to an end after a complicated streak of nine consecutive defeats, a situation that led to his departure before concluding the long-established phase of the tournament.
After his departure, Joel Huiqui He took the wait on a watch on role for the team on an interim basis and managed to lead La Maquina to the title of the Liga MX just seven games later. However, a large part of the core of the champion squad was formed during the process led by the Argentine strategist.
The celestial board opted for a profound renovation under the management of Larcamón, who left a competitive squad that ended up lifting the championship at the end of the season.
Larcamón will live his first experience in European football
At 41 years old and originally from La Plata, Argentina, Nicolás Larcamón He built a large part of his career in Latin American soccer before making the leap to Europe.
The coach directed clubs like Deportivo Anzoategui in Venezuela, in addition to the Chilean teams Sports Antofagasta, Huachipato and United Curico. Later he came to Mexican soccer to train Puebla, Lion, Necaxa and Blue Cross.
One of his greatest achievements came in 2023, when he conquered the Concacaf Champions League with Leon. Later, he also managed to contest the Intercontinental Cup during his most recent stage at Cruz Azul.
Wearing de Gijón bets on Larcamón to fight for promotion
The arrival of Nicolás Larcamón represents an important bet of the Gijón Wearinga club that will seek to return to the highest category of Spanish football.
The red and white board considers that the offensive profile and management capacity of the Argentine coach can be key to competing for promotion in LaLiga Hypermotion during the coming seasons.
With this move, Larcamón joins the list of Argentine coaches who have found opportunities in European football after standing out in the Liga MX and in different leagues on the American continent.
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