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Diego Forlán opens the door for Luis Suárez to the national team: 'Why not?'
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Diego Forlán opens the door for Luis Suárez to the national team: 'Why not?'

From El Deber · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Uruguay's U-20 coach Diego Forlán has not ruled out calling up Luis Suárez to the national team.
  • Forlán praised Suárez's experience and continued goal-scoring ability.
  • Suárez is Uruguay's all-time leading scorer.

Diego Forlán, the current U-20 coach for Uruguay and interim manager of the senior national team, has opened the door to a potential call-up for veteran striker Luis Suárez. Forlán acknowledged that he does not dismiss the possibility of including the Celeste's all-time leading scorer in future squads.

Forlán highlighted Suárez's extensive experience and his enduring capacity to find the back of the net. The coach's comments suggest that Suárez's proven track record and continued form could still earn him a place in the national team setup, despite his age.

Suárez, who has scored more goals for Uruguay than any other player in history, remains a significant figure in Uruguayan football. His potential inclusion would bring valuable leadership and proven finishing ability to the team.

The interim coach's remarks indicate a willingness to consider all available talent, focusing on players who can contribute effectively to the team's success. Forlán's perspective suggests a pragmatic approach to squad selection, valuing both experience and current performance.

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Originally published by El Deber in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.