🤔Why is Gabriel Milito unsure about Ricardo Marín’s return?

Forward Ricardo Marín must report to Chivas after finishing his loan with Puebla, but his future at the rojiblanco club is far from assured. Although he will participate in preseason ahead of the Clausura 2026, coach Gabriel Milito has serious doubts about his continuity, as the striker’s characteristics don’t fully fit the style of play he wants to implement.

The big issue...

Marín, known for his effectiveness in front of goal, is a reliable finisher and the second striker with the most goals scored above his xG (Expected Goals), also standing out in heading.

However, his limitations are evident in associative play: he records few successful dribbles, progressive passes, and completed passes. This profile strongly contrasts with Milito’s philosophy, which is based on collective participation and the players’ ability to link up with each other.

Marín, on trial with the Milito model

Marín’s continuity at Guadalajara will depend exclusively on what he shows in the coming weeks. The coaching staff will evaluate whether the striker can integrate into the associative model demanded by the Argentine, similar to what he asks of his defenders and goalkeeper Raúl Rangel (playing with their feet).

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Currently, Chivas’ forward line features Armando González and the newly arrived Ángel Sepúlveda ahead of Marín. While Teun Wilke’s situation is also being evaluated (he could leave for more minutes), the striker will have to prove his adaptability to secure a spot in the rojiblanca attack.

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