Malcorra on Di María’s Return: “It’s Great His Dream Came True”

Ángel Di María’s return to Rosario Central has sent ripples through Argentine football—and no one is more thrilled than his new teammates. Speaking to TyC Sports, team leader Ignacio Malcorra shared that Di María’s homecoming wasn’t as surprising inside the locker room as it was to the public.

“We always talked and knew he wanted to come back,” Malcorra revealed, expressing joy over playing alongside one of Argentina’s greatest. “It’s great his dream is coming true, to play the final years of his career at the club,” he added.

While Di María’s transfer was handled with notable discretion, the news quickly stirred excitement across the league. His presence not only inspires fans, but also raises the bar within the team. “When a player of his stature arrives, everyone takes notice. People will want to see him,” Malcorra noted.

Beyond the headlines and emotion, Malcorra was clear about the team’s ambitions: “The goal is to qualify for next year’s international cups.” With Di María leading the charge, Central’s expectations have risen—and so has the belief.