Smile and great memories of José Pékerman with Luis Díaz. The Argentine coach spoke of the Liverpool winger in the preview of the game between Venezuela and Colombia. He praised his moment and thanked him for being part of those who helped in the preparation of the matches for the 2018 Russia Qualifiers.
“It is really very pleasing to see him now at this level in the National Team and in the club in Europe, not only him but all the boys who at that time, and the teachers in Barranquilla, who helped us prepare for the matches. I will not forget those moments that were very pleasant and very important. I have the best memories”, affirmed the Argentinian.
The guajiro was a sparring partner for the Colombian National Team when he played for Barranquilla FC In his social networks he has photos with James Rodríguez and Juan Fernando Quintero. A dream that later came true. And that like everything in his career was achieved in record time.
After his great Copa América, Juan Cuadrado also remembered when Luis Díaz was a sparring partner, he stressed that qualities were seen in him. “We have known ‘Lucho’ since he was at the Barranquilla Fútbol Club. Teacher José Pékerman called him to train. He is for great things, ”he assured.