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Di María returns to Rosario Central after 18 years in Europe

A free transfer home brings the World Cup-winner’s European pedigree back to his boyhood club.

Di Maria kehrt nach Hause zurück
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Der verlorene Sohn kehrt zurück. Ángel Di Maria (37) spielt wieder in seiner Heimat.

Overview

  • Di María has rejoined Rosario Central on a free transfer, ending an 18-year spell with European clubs.
  • This move marks his third career free transfer, following his return to Benfica in 2023 and his departure from Juventus.
  • His switches between top European sides have generated a record €179 million in cumulative fees, the highest for any Argentine player.
  • Key highlights of his career include a 2014 Champions League triumph with Real Madrid and Argentina’s 2022 World Cup victory.
  • Paris Saint-Germain stands out as his most prolific club tenure, where he amassed 295 appearances over eight seasons.