On Friday, the Mexican football club Cruz Azul denied having reached an agreement with Porto to terminate the contract of coach Martín Anselmi, who was sued for breach by not showing up for training. Upon arriving at Porto, Anselmi expressed that working with passion is something that enchants him, and he feels something special vibrating in the new club.
At the official presentation, Anselmi mentioned that his departure was complicated, but he always thought about his future and ambitions. The new coaching staff of Porto is completed with coaches from various nationalities. Anselmi stated that he will always be a fan of Cruz Azul and thanked for the affection received during his time with the Mexican team.
The Argentine signed a contract with Porto until 2027 and arrives accompanied by a South American coaching staff. Anselmi highlighted the passion, work culture, and demands at Porto. Despite not continuing with Cruz Azul, the coach acknowledged the affection from the fans and the connection built, which he will always carry with him.
Anselmi joins Porto mid-season and has already been at the stadium watching a match. The Argentine mentioned the importance of honesty and teamwork to achieve competitiveness. His first match as coach of the 'dragons' will be on Thursday, January 30, succeeding Vítor Bruno on the bench. At Cruz Azul, Anselmi's departure marked a sudden change that took him a few hours to decide.
