Stefano Di Carlo: Gallardo’s River legacy vs Bianchi comparisons | OneFootball

The General Secretary and presidential candidate of the Millonario shared his thoughts on the Muñeco and asserted that “he is more” than the Virrey is for Boca.

Amid the ongoing electoral campaign at River, Stefano Di Carlo, the official party’s candidate, revealed what Marcelo Gallardo’s role would be if he were to become president, placing him above Carlos Bianchi in the ranking of historic coaches in Argentine football.

The current General Secretary of the Millonario explained that football would be a fundamental pillar of his administration. “It will be a top priority and I will handle it exclusively,” he stated in an interview with Radio La Red. In this context, he surprised many by proposing a broader role for the former coach. “He should act, as D’Onofrio said, as CEO and manager of football,” he asserted, arguing that he has “the credentials, a unique intelligence, and the ability to impose his ideas.”

The official also spoke about the Muñeco’s connection with the club and made it clear that, should he continue as coach, it will be up to him to decide how long he stays. “Marcelo has a relationship with River that goes beyond everything. He is a living, active legend. He is not just another coach; he deserves a different treatment. He has the authority to make and unmake decisions,”, he emphasized. Regarding his place in history, Di Carlo did not hesitate to place him at the very top of the podium alongside Ángel Labruna and Beto Alonso. “From an objective perspective, the three have been protagonists of the great milestones that explain River’s greatness,” he highlighted.

Di Carlo compared Gallardo with Bianchi

Stefano Di Carlo spiced up his statements by comparing River’s idol, Marcelo Gallardo, with Boca’s emblem, Carlos Bianchi. “Gallardo is more for River than Bianchi is for Boca,” he declared. And he went even further: “During Bianchi’s tenure, he didn’t directly rival River. In contrast, Gallardo not only brought titles to the club, but also took several away from Boca. It’s one against five,” he continued.“, he concluded.

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