Resignation without farewell
A few days ago, the Pumas captured the attention of Mexican soccer by making the departure of Efraín Juárez from the bench official. The technical director decided not to continue leading the National University Club and resigned, even though he still had six months left on his contract and even the possibility of extending it.
However, differences with the sports vice presidency, headed by Antonio Sancho, led him to step aside. The Auriazul youth player left unexpectedly and, until now, has not given an explanation. He has not even dedicated a farewell message to the university fans on social networks.
Keylor Navas has already said goodbye to Efraín Juárez publicly, dedicating a publication to him.
What motivated the resignation?
Guillermo “Memote” Martínez was questioned about Juárez’s departure, but he avoided commenting.
“It is something that, really, I would not like to comment on because I do not know 100% of the context of how things happened… the focus is right now here on the Mexican National Team,” he declared.
In an interview with TUDN, the forward trusted that the university board will find a solution.
“I think that our directive is also capable of resolving this type of situation and we will see what happens,” he mentioned.
Regarding his contractual situation, Martínez commented that he still has a relationship with Pumas, although it is about to expire; His representative is already negotiating.
“I still have a contract, it is about to expire, but I think they are already in those talks to see what happens. We will see what sounds good to us; on a personal level, let’s see what comes,” he expressed.
“Memote” arrived at the club in December 2023 – he is about to turn three years old – and has played 92 games, 31 goals and two assists.
