Zubeldía given free rein in Fluminense’s 2026 squad overhaul | OneFootball

Luis Zubeldía's work as the head of Fluminense is considered "more than approved" behind the scenes at Laranjeiras. According to information released by journalist Victor Lessa, the Argentine coach has gained the trust of the management and will have a fundamental role in assembling the squad for the next season, with the freedom to suggest reinforcements and decide on dismissals.

According to the report, Zubeldía impressed the club's daily routine not only with his methods and work intensity but also with his extremely polite demeanor and concern for the emotional aspect of the athletes. Internally, he is already compared to the positive characteristics of Fernando Diniz, but seen as a "less extreme" and more balanced version.

Lessa highlights that the coach will have the opportunity to shape the group according to his tactical ideas, unlike this year, when he took over a squad assembled by Mano Menezes and "fine-tuned" by Renato Gaúcho.

Discussions about the 2026 planning had already started even before the elimination by Vasco in the Copa do Brasil, but they are expected to intensify now. With the management's approval, Fluminense is beginning to target the market in search of specific reinforcements that meet the needs identified by the coach.

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