Diego 'Ruso' Pérez, new collaborator on Diego Forlán's team for the Uruguayan national team

Diego Forlán will count on the collaboration of Diego 'Ruso' Pérez in the Uruguayan under-20 and senior national teams, where he will serve as interim manager while Marcelo Bielsa's successor is chosen. Pérez, former player of Atlético de Madrid, will be supported by Santiago Espasandín, Marco Mansulino, Ignacio Bordad, and Gabriel Skrilec in various technical roles, as reported by the Uruguayan Football Association.

'El Ruso' Pérez's Career

'El Ruso' Pérez made his debut with the Uruguayan national team in July 2001, playing 89 matches and winning the Copa América in 2011 alongside Forlán. Additionally, he was part of the coaching staff in the 2010 South Africa and 2014 Brazil World Cups. After retiring, Pérez partnered with Marcelo Broli to win the 2023 U-20 World Cup and coached the local team in a series of friendlies in 2024.

Santiago Espasandín and the Cycle Change in Uruguay

Santiago Espasandín, who comes from Nacional, joins the technical team after leaving the club in August. Uruguay is undergoing renewal following the recent World Cup group stage exit, preparing for a new phase under Forlán's leadership, supported by 'El Ruso' Pérez and Espasandín's experience.

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