Diego Colotto: Colón face big challenge to return to top flight | OneFootball

After a 2025 where the Sabalero walked the tightrope of relegation to Primera B, the arrival of Diego Colotto to the sports management marked a turning point. In an interview with Olé, the manager detailed the plan to return the Santa Fe giant to the forefront, based on a profound restructuring that did not shy away from tough decisions.

The new squad and the relationship with Medrán

Colotto highlighted the harmony with the current coaching staff: “We had a good market, a good understanding. The main part is done by the coach and we have to support so that the group feels all the details.” Regarding the football level, he was cautious: “It is a team in formation... there are interesting things and others that will be found during the tournament.”

The reason for the drastic changes

When asked by Olé about the departure of key players and the “cleaning” of the squad, the sports director clarified: “I wouldn’t call it cleaning. We simply looked for another profile of players... we needed a higher percentage of players of the category, who understand what it means to play in such a big team.”

Youth teams and structure

The project is not limited to the first team. Colotto emphasized the comprehensive work: “I got to know the people... we already had a project developed in stages. The first was the assembly of the squad, then we advanced in renewals, youth football, and giving identity to the Reserve.” He also highlighted the advantage of the youngsters competing in the First Division: “We are lucky that both the Youth and the Reserve compete in the First Division and that is very good.”

The challenge of a "heated" atmosphere

Taking on a battered club is not for everyone, and Colotto knows it: “Was I aware of the atmosphere? Yes, it’s clear, but that’s where the challenge lies: being able to change what Colón was last year and generate a positive dynamic.” To conclude, he reaffirmed the commitment to the people:

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