Overview
- FPF executive Jean Ferrari is meeting coaching candidates in Buenos Aires without president Agustín Lozano present, according to local reports.
- The search prioritizes a 'potenciador' profile described as a current coach who can develop talent and do much with limited resources.
- Veteran bosses Luiz Felipe Scolari and Fernando Batista are not being considered at this stage, journalist Gustavo Peralta reported.
- Manuel Barreto has been confirmed as interim head coach through year‑end and will lead friendlies starting on October 10 against Chile, with further games versus Chile and Russia in November.
- Peralta reported the FPF could have a coach verbally agreed before mid‑October, with additional contacts in Brazil also anticipated.