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Damián Díaz return to Barcelona SC

Overview

Midfielder Damián ‘Kitu’ Díaz is returning to Barcelona Sporting Club for a third stint. Initial reports indicated that the 40-year-old Argentine-Ecuadorian player reached an agreement to sign a contract through December 2027, which included a structured plan to settle a historical debt of over $2 million owed to him by the club.

Barcelona SC officially confirmed the return, noting that Díaz has completed medical evaluations and participated in training sessions at the Estadio Banco Pichincha. The club highlighted his historical significance, citing his previous national titles in 2012, 2016, and 2020, and expressed confidence that his leadership would assist the team during the LigaPro hexagonal stage.

During his official presentation at the Monumental Stadium, Díaz addressed and denied several rumors regarding his contract and influence at the club. He refuted claims that he demanded special conditions, such as specific rooms or parking spaces, and rejected accusations that he exerts undue influence over sporting decisions, including coach selections or lineup compositions. Additionally, he dismissed reports of friction with teammates, specifically denying that Darío Benedetto opposed his return. Díaz expressed a desire to contribute to the team during a challenging period.

In his debut match against Independiente del Valle, Barcelona SC secured a 2-1 victory at the Monumental Stadium. After falling behind to a penalty goal by Carlos González, Barcelona responded with an equalizer from Jefferson Wila, before Darío Benedetto scored a decisive goal in the 100th minute. This result moves Barcelona SC to fifth place with 42 points, maintaining their contention for the championship hexagonal.

Entities

Damián Díaz · Barcelona SC · Pablo Trobbiani · Darío Benedetto · Joao Rojas

Timeline

  1. 10 days ago

    [SPORTS] 14 sources
    Barcelona SC defeats Independiente del Valle 2-1 in LigaPro

    Barcelona SC defeated Independiente del Valle 2-1 in LigaPro, fueled by a late Darío Benedetto goal and the return of Damián Díaz, who denied rumors of seeking special privileges at the club.

  2. 16 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Barcelona SC officially announces return of Damián Díaz

    Barcelona SC has officially signed midfielder Damián ‘Kitu’ Díaz to a contract lasting until December 2027, following his successful medical exams and first training session.

  3. 18 days ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Damián Díaz returns to Barcelona SC through 2027

    Damián ‘Kitu’ Díaz returns to Barcelona SC on a contract through 2027, resolving a long-standing debt and adding veteran experience to the squad.

Sources

benditofutbol.com · confirmado.net · digitalsantotome.com.ar · dsn.pe · ecuadorcomunicacion.com · ecuadorendirecto.com · ecuagol.com · elcomercio.com · elcomercio.com.ec · elmercurio.com.ec · eluniverso.com · expreso.ec · extra.ec · futbolizados.com · noticiasdemalaga.es · notimercio.ec · sisepuedeecuador.com · studiofutbol.com.ec · tctelevision.com

This summary has been updated 3 times: see revision history