Ricardo Ferretti was announced as Cruz Azul’s new technical director with a clear aim to lift the team from the bottom of the table.
In Cruz Azul, there is a sense of decisive movement. The board led by Víctor Velázquez appointed Ricardo Ferretti as the technical director, who will take charge of the club’s sports decisions starting from the upcoming match against Juárez Bravos in the Closing 2023 tournament. This marks a pivotal moment for the team as it seeks to reset its fortunes after a period of inconsistency.
Ferretti arrived in Mexico City on the day of the next fixture against Atlas to finalize the contract that binds him to the team. His arrival comes as Cruz Azul looks to chart a new course after a run of results that have not matched the club’s ambitions since their title challenge in 2021. The Brazilian coach will be supported by a coaching staff that includes Guillermo Vázquez, Joaquín Moreno, Alan Cruz as goalkeeping coach, and Guillermo Horta as physical trainer. Together, they are tasked with delivering a fresh, assertive approach and restoring autonomy in key sporting decisions for the club.
Speaking upon his arrival, Ferretti expressed a willingness to take on a significant challenge. He noted the prestige of being associated with one of Mexican football’s big clubs and framed the opportunity as a chance to lead a storied institution toward a more competitive future. He added that logistics would be resolved in due course and that he would sit on the bench with Moreno to implement the plan as it develops.
Once all contractual matters were settled, Cruz Azul made the Brazilian’s appointment official through its social media channels, confirming a decision that had been awaited by the club and its supporters after a period of uncertainty. The announcement signaled a new era for a team that has been seeking direction for several months and signals a commitment to a structured, results-focused project.
In summary, Cruz Azul is moving forward with a clear strategic hire and a staff that brings experience and a new mindset. The club hopes this change will translate into improved performance and a more consistent presence in the standings as the league progresses.
In GOAL we share details about Ferretti’s anticipated leadership with Cruz Azul.
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Ferretti had been without a contract with Juárez since his departure in May 2022. He is believed to be negotiating a three-year agreement with Cruz Azul, though some specifics remain to be finalized as the club completes the formalities and aligns the contract with its broader sporting plan.
Source: Goal