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Franco Di Santo is in good shape in Argentina. The ex-Schalke dreams of the national team – and a return to Europe.
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striker Franco Di Santo Even at the age of 31 does not think of an end to his career. The former Bundesliga professional, who now plays for San Lorenzo in the Argentine first division, explained to him Interview with the online portal goal.com: “I’m 31 now, but I feel really good physically and mentally. I haven’t had any major injuries and I don’t feel much 31, I feel younger. “
The former Argentina international (three appearances) therefore does not feel the need to end his active career yet. “I train professionally and also take care of myself off the field, so I expect a lot for the rest of my career.” His first goal: title with his current club San Lorenzo. “But I would also like to play a few more years. If possible, I want to play until I’m 40“, Explained Di Santo. A return to Europe is also conceivable for him after he returned to his home in Argentina for family reasons. “I am open to a return to Europe”he clarified.
Ex-Schalke Franco Di Santo dreams of returning to the national team
At least currently, things are going well for the 1.93-meter man. In the summer, Di Santo moved from Atlético Mineiro in Brazil back to Argentina to San Lorenzo, where he has been convincing ever since. In the current season, Di Santo scored five times for San Lorenzo in seven competitive games. He prepared another hit.
Not least because of that the former Schalke even dreams of returning to the national team. “I can still play at the highest level and I haven’t given up hope of playing for the national team again,” he said. “It is a big goal to help my country. But it’s just as important to me to just be happy. “
