Fernando Diniz hails Rodrigo Garro, eyes player’s comeback | OneFootball

Officially introduced as the new Corinthians head coach after Dorival Júnior’s departure, Fernando Diniz gave his first press conference on Tuesday afternoon (07). Among the topics discussed, the 52-year-old coach spoke about Rodrigo Garro.

Asked by Central do Timão about the possibility of helping the Argentine regain his best form, the new coach praised the player, revealed that he was one of the standout performers in this morning’s training session, and projected a return to form for the No. 8.

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“He is an extremely talented player, with moments of brilliance. I want to help him regain that balance, that self-esteem. I’ll do my utmost to help him. He stood out in today’s training session, he looked free. It will be a pleasure to help him,” he said.

At another point in the press conference, Diniz addressed the possibility of Rodrigo Garro and Breno Bidon playing together in Corinthians’ midfield, something that has been widely questioned by fans over the past few months.

“I think they can play together, but that doesn’t mean they will play together. We have to see how they adapt together; they played like that at some points in the past. It’s a possibility. I think that if they can play together, it would be an important technical gain for Corinthians,” he explained.

Photo: Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Agência Corinthians

New man in charge!

A Libertadores champion with Fluminense and former Brazil national team coach, Diniz had been available on the market since his recent dismissal from Vasco and arrives at Corinthians on a contract running through the end of 2026. The coach has also had spells at Athletico-PR, Santos, São Paulo, and Cruzeiro.

According to what Central do Timão has learned, Diniz’s bold, attacking style appeals to much of Corinthians’ leadership, who believe the current squad has enough quality to compete for titles this season. In this context, the coach’s profile is seen as compatible with the sporting moment the club is aiming for.

Corinthians are going through a delicate moment: they have not won in nine matches, have earned just 33% of the possible points in the Brasileirão, and sit close to the relegation zone, while also preparing to begin their campaign in South America’s main club competition.

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