Renato Gaúcho is back at Fluminense. The Brazilian club made the announcement on social media, revealing the deal runs until the end of the year.
This move comes after Gabriel Milito turned down the job due to family reasons, according to globoesporte. Gaúcho’s return to Fluminense is his seventh stint with the team.
Prior Experience
Gaúcho has a history with Fluminense, dating back to 1996. He also managed the team in 2002/03, 2003, 2007/08, 2009, and 2014. During his 2007 tenure, he led the team to a Taça do Brasil victory. As a player, Gaúcho was a standout athlete for the club.
OBA OBA OBA RENATO VOLTOU!
Renato Gaúcho é o novo treinador do Fluminense Football Club! Bem-vindo! 🇭🇺🇭🇺 pic.twitter.com/djrSzQLz8t
— Fluminense F.C. (@FluminenseFC)
Gaúcho’s first match will be this weekend against Bragantino. This comes after the team parted ways with Mano Menezes following the first round of the Brasileirão.