Carlos Tevez Opens Up About Boca Juniors: Coaching and Presidential Dreams, and a Macri Anecdote

From Buenos Aires, La Nación's sports desk understands the enduring pull of Boca Juniors for Carlos Tevez, even as he carves out a new career path as a coach. Tevez's current role leading Talleres has been a success, rescuing the team from relegation and positioning them for a strong finish in the Apertura tournament. This performance has naturally led to discussions about his future, with Talleres president Andrés Fassi reportedly close to agreeing on a contract renewal.

However, the "Apache's" heart clearly still beats for Boca. While he maintains a respectful distance from the current coaching situation under Claudio Úbeda, his aspirations are evident. Tevez's candid admission that he would "obviously" like to be president of Boca one day, calling it a "dream," speaks volumes. At 42, he sees it as a potential crowning achievement after his illustrious playing career at the club.

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I would like to respect who is there today. It would be good to respect him. It is not easy for an idol to say he wants to coach. Besides, I am fully committed at Talleres, and Úbeda is doing well.

Tevez's relationship with Boca's current leadership, particularly Juan Román Riquelme, has been complex, marked by past political and ego clashes. Tevez, often associated with the Macri political faction during his playing days, has navigated these dynamics carefully. His past experiences, including the nuanced support he received from Riquelme upon his departure from the club, suggest a deep understanding of the intricate political landscape within Boca.

Beyond the club's internal politics, Tevez also shared a humorous anecdote involving former club president Mauricio Macri, hinting at the colorful characters and situations that have defined his long association with Boca. For Argentine football fans, Tevez's journey from beloved player to aspiring coach and potential club leader is a narrative rich with emotion and expectation, reflecting the passionate, and often dramatic, world of South American football.

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The flirtation with being president? It never happened. They always wanted to put me there. It was more journalistic or, in this case, more political than anything else. But I never said that. Would I like to be president of Boca one day? Obviously, yes, who wouldn't? It's a dream I have. I'm 42 years old now... It would be the cherry on top having been a Boca player.