Forlan named Uruguay head coach and Under-20 boss

Former Man United striker Diego Forlan returns to lead Uruguay's senior and Under-20 teams.

What happened. Diego Forlan has been appointed head coach of Uruguay's national team and their Under-20s side, succeeding Marcelo Bielsa.

• Forlan will lead a project to strengthen the pathway from Under-20 to senior team.
• He will work with assistants Santiago Espasandín and Diego Perez.
• Reports suggest the appointment is initially interim with a review in March.

“One of the most important figures in the history of La Celeste begins a new chapter.”

— Uruguayan Football Association statement

Forlan's first challenge is Uruguay's friendlies in September-October, marking a new era.

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