Dibu Martínez on Independiente return: "Very unlikely, few chances left" | OneFootball

Just as Leandro Paredes returned to Boca, Ángel Di María to Rosario Central, and Gonzalo Montiel and Germán Pezzella to River, Independiente was hopeful for the return of another world champion like Emiliano Dibu Martínez, who never debuted in Avellaneda but always spoke highly of the club that sheltered him before he made the leap to England.

The topic of the Mar del Plata native's future resurfaced, but this time with a clear definition. The Aston Villa goalkeeper made it evident that his return to the Rojo is not among his immediate plans, despite the affection he holds for that jersey.

When asked about the possibility of wearing the jersey in Avellaneda again, the world champion with the Argentine National Team was candid on DSports: "Obviously, I always liked the idea of playing for Independiente, but I see it as distant. I still have two years left on my contract (with Aston Villa), I'm in the World Cup, I'm at my best moment."

He then elaborated on this stance and painted a bleak picture for the King of Cups: "Would I consider it in the future? Very difficult, if I want to return, I want to return well, like I am now. I think the last chances are slipping away."

At 33, Dibu has practically closed the door on a potential return to Independiente, where he took his first steps, although he never officially debuted in the top division. Looking ahead to the coming seasons, his plan is to complete his contract in England and, once that cycle is fulfilled, to evaluate with his family the destination that best suits the final stage of his career.

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