Diego Martínez tipped for Huracán return: latest situation and next steps | OneFootball

The departure of Frank Darío Kudelka immediately set the phones ringing in Parque Patricios, and at Huracán, the target to take over already has a name and surname: Diego Martínez. El Globo wants the return of the coach who saved them from relegation and led them to finish first in their group, and although there are currently no open negotiations, there has been an initial approach to resolve old tensions and leave the door slightly open for his return.

The initial contact was key. Club officials and Martínez had a conversation to smooth things over after the traumatic end to his first stint. The discussion was positive, and both parties showed willingness to move forward, although they decided to resume talks this week. The next move could happen in the coming hours, depending on how communications progress.

Martínez stopped coaching El Globo in December 2023 amid significant internal turmoil. After being eliminated on penalties by Platense in the quarterfinals of the Copa de la Liga, the coach resigned after acknowledging two calls from Boca and seeking to be released in order to negotiate with the club from La Ribera. That decision caused discontent at the Parque Patricios club, which felt their coach was prioritizing the outside offer, as reflected in a statement that subtly expressed their stance: “The coach informed us of his decision not to continue after receiving an offer from another club.” At that time, the management, led by president David Garzón, was furious and charged Martínez 175 million pesos as a termination fee, which allowed him to sign with La Ribera.

The abrupt exit surprised the management, especially since just a week earlier Martínez had appeared firm about his continuity and commitment to the project. He had stated that his energy was focused on achieving the second sporting objective and that his contract, valid until June 2024, fully tied him to the club. Even manager Daniel Vega had assured that they could not imagine any scenario other than his staying. He went on to lead El Quemero for 23 matches, with 12 wins, three draws, and eight losses.

That outcome left wounds that Huracán and the coach are now trying to heal in order to consider a possible return. El Globo sees him as the ideal candidate to reorganize the sporting project, while Martínez is listening, although still without formal negotiations. The coming hours will be crucial to determine whether the reunion is consolidated or if the talks remain just an initial approach.

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