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Sporting have secured the signing of Rodrigo Zalazar, who, according to David Cabello, his former coach in Málaga’s youth setup, stands out for his “powerful shot”. Now in charge of Marbella, the coach believes his best position is in central midfield, precisely so the Uruguay international can make use of his ‘strike’.

Zalazar learned how to shoot from his father, José, a former midfielder who became the player with the most appearances (258) and goals (76) for Albacete and a set-piece specialist. “My father showed me millions of videos, especially of the free-kick goals he scored, because he always placed great importance on set pieces,” said the still Braga player in an interview given in 2021 to ‘Migrantes del Balón’.

With 23 goals this season, Braga’s top scorer already has his bags packed for Alvalade, and David Cabello does not hesitate in his advice: “The best place for him is in the middle, because he is a midfielder who gets into the box well. That way, they can make the most of his powerful shot. His father already had that trait; he stood out in set pieces,” he said in comments to the newspaper Record.

Cabello, 48, recalled that he used to “clash” with Zalazar. “I was very demanding and he had his own convictions,” he explained. Even so, he did not hold back in praising his qualities. “Of the players who worked with me, he was the one who improved the most. He is a very intelligent, ambitious and winning player. He fits a club like Sporting,” he concluded.

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