Mauricio Andres Pellegrino Luna is an Argentine former professional footballer who played as a centre-back, currently the manager of Chilean club Universidad de Chile.
12 Facts About Mauricio Pellegrino
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Mauricio Pellegrino had a six-month stint with Liverpool, and appeared with Argentina at the 1997 Copa America.
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Mauricio Pellegrino embarked on a managerial career after retiring, notably working two years with Estudiantes and leading Alaves to the 2017 Copa del Rey Final.
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Mauricio Pellegrino received the nickname El Flaco for his physique.
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Mauricio Pellegrino was picked for the squad at that year's Copa America and made his debut in the continental tournament against Ecuador in the group stage.
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Mauricio Pellegrino subsequently returned to his country, signing with Estudiantes de La Plata.
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On 14 April 2015, Mauricio Pellegrino was sacked by president Juan Sebastian Veron.
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Mauricio Pellegrino returned to Alaves on 26 June 2016, being named Jose Bordalas's successor as the club had just been promoted to the top flight.
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On 23 June 2017, Mauricio Pellegrino was appointed manager of Southampton on a three-year contract.
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Mauricio Pellegrino returned to the Spanish top division on 2 June 2018, signing a one-year deal with CD Leganes.
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On 16 April 2020, Mauricio Pellegrino replaced Gabriel Heinze at the helm of Velez Sarsfield and agreed to a contract until June 2021.
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On 29 November 2022, Mauricio Pellegrino was appointed manager of Universidad de Chile.