Marcelo Bielsa can lead the Uruguay national team

Former Leeds coach Marcelo Bielsa may get the post of head coach of the Uruguay national team, journalist Cesar Luis Merlo said on Twitter.

Marcelo Bielsa, Getty Images

The parties are in the final stage of negotiations. The possibility of signing a contract before the completion of the qualification for the 2026 World Cup with the possibility of continuing cooperation in the event of reaching the final tournament is being considered.

We will remind that the 67-year-old specialist has experience working with national teams. Bielsa previously managed Argentina and Chile.