Lichnovsky arrives in Chile to rejoin U. de Chile: 'One always wants to return and do important things'

Defender Igor Lichnovsky has arrived in Santiago to rejoin his formative club, Universidad de Chile, marking his return after a 13-year international career. Lichnovsky, 32, was met by a small group of fans at the airport, where he shared his emotional connection to the team.

"For me, it's an emotional shock, obviously because I grew up with the team," Lichnovsky told reporters. He departed the club in 2013, embarking on a career that took him through Portugal, Spain, Mexico, and most recently, Turkey.

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For me, it's an emotional shock, obviously because I grew up with the team.

When asked about his motivations for returning, Lichnovsky cited family, his childhood spent at the club, and the current state of Universidad de Chile, both internally and externally. "One always wants to return to their team and do important things," he stated, expressing his ambition to contribute meaningfully to the club's future.

His return is seen as a significant boost for Universidad de Chile, as they look to strengthen their squad. Lichnovsky's experience and leadership are expected to be valuable assets as the team aims for success both domestically and potentially in continental competitions.

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One always wants to return to their team and do important things.