The coaching staff fields media questions ahead of the squad’s arrival for practice at Macul before the next staging session.
FROM THE MONUMENTAL STADIUM
Coach Gustavo Quinteros met with reporters at the Estadio Monumental, delivering remarks in the final press gathering before Colo Colo resumes league commitments in the first half of the year. Sitting in third place, Colo Colo faces a pivotal match against Curicó Unido, a side battling to climb away from relegation danger. A win is essential to keep a foothold in the Copa Libertadores zone, just ahead of important fixtures against Monagas, Boca Juniors, and Pereira. These results will shape the club’s international prospects as the season shifts from late May into June.
Below are the topics that dominated the media session held on May 17 as Quinteros addressed the room and answered questions from journalists:
- Isla: Every player who can contribute will be assessed following the next game. The coaching staff will review options once the upcoming match day concludes.
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Quinteros discussed the possibility of adding Mauricio Isla to the squad, noting that any potential recruitment will be weighed after the Curicó game. The club has considered this position since the early stages of the season and will continue to evaluate fit and need before any decision is made.
- The right back profile: Selections will focus on actual characteristics rather than assumptions. If international competition is on the horizon, experience becomes a priority. The team will explore various candidates and measure them against the club’s tactical needs.
- Jordhy Thompson: The club has him under ongoing treatment for two months. The medical and professional staff are guiding his recovery and providing updates as needed to ensure a safe and gradual return.
- Level of play: The squad remains in good form, with the strongest performance clocking around 65 minutes in recent competition against a strong opponent.
- Injuries: Bolados is cleared to participate for a 45 minute period. De los Santos is not expected to arrive for the 16th date. Gil remains unavailable for competitive play, and Ramiro González is being awaited for the Monagas match window.
- Isla’s option: He is a free agent in a position the team is evaluating, but every aspect will be analyzed. Continuity and physical condition will be considered before any signing moves are made.
Quinteros also commented on Jordhy Thompson’s return to activity. The player has been under medical care for two months, and the club is following the medical team and professionals who help him stay professional and healthy as he re-enters football activities.
Another note from the press briefing highlighted the Isla proposal as a potential reinforcement. Isla is available in a position the squad wants to strengthen, yet everything must be weighed carefully, including continuity and fitness, before any signing occurs.
Newsletter summary: The session reaffirmed the coaching staff’s careful approach to player health, readiness, and squad balance. The focus remains on maintaining competitive form while exploring strategic additions that can bolster the team’s chances in domestic and international competition.
Additionally, the coaching team stated that Isla could be considered a versatile option if the right conditions align, but final moves would require thorough evaluation and consensus within the club’s management and medical teams.
Final notes on the squad’s direction and upcoming fixtures align with a broader plan to optimize both depth and experience ahead of critical league games and forthcoming international fixtures. The emphasis stays on measured decisions, safeguarding player welfare, and building a squad capable of competing at a high level across all competitions.
Summary of the press conference as reported by the club media office emphasizes a careful, data driven approach to potential signings, injury management, and strategic planning for the season ahead.