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Ruidíaz Reveals Near Return to Beloved Universitario
Lima, Peru - Raúl Ruidíaz, the prolific Peruvian striker, recently revealed a near return to his beloved club, universitario de Deportes, sending shockwaves through the Peruvian football world.
Ruidíaz, a self-proclaimed “hincha” (fan) of the “merengues,” came agonizingly close to rejoining the club for their centenary celebrations in 2025. The former Seattle Sounders star, who boasts a Champions League title and a FIFA Club World Cup appearance on his resume, admitted that a move back to Lima was a serious consideration.
“The contact came through my representative,” Ruidíaz explained. “I wasn’t getting many opportunities at the club, so this possibility crossed my mind. I’ve followed Universitario since I left Peru, and I tell my children about the club, the Trinchera (North Stand), the Monumental Stadium, and it’s something I miss tremendously – the people, the fans, it’s remarkable. This opportunity arose, but there was an issue with my contract. In Seattle, things went very well for me, I never behaved badly, my relationship was good until the last day. It hurt a lot as it would have been stunning to be part of the centenary celebrations.”
Ruidíaz’s potential return sparked immense excitement among Universitario supporters, who dream of seeing their idol back in the iconic cream and blue jersey. The “Pulga,” as he is affectionately known, previously led the club to victory in 2013, further cementing his legendary status.While Ruidíaz ultimately opted to continue his career abroad,his heartfelt words suggest a lingering desire to one day return to the club that holds a special place in his heart.
Ruidíaz’s Husky Homecoming almost Happened: An Exclusive Interview
NewsDirect3.com – Raúl Ruidíaz,the Peruvian striker whose name ignites passion in the hearts of Universitario de Deportes fans,reveals a near return to his beloved “merengues” that almost came to fruition.
In an exclusive interview withNewsDirect3.com, Ruidíaz, who proudly wears the title of “hincha” (fan) of Universitario, admitted that a move back to Lima for their centenary celebrations in 2025 was seriously considered.
“The contact came through my representative,” he confided. “I wasn’t getting many opportunities at the club, so this possibility crossed my mind. I’ve followed Universitario as I left Peru, and I tell my children about the club, the Trinchera (North Stand), the Monumental Stadium, and it’s something I miss tremendously – the people, the fans, it’s remarkable. This prospect arose, but there was an issue wiht my contract. in Seattle, things went very well for me, I never behaved badly, my relationship was good until the last day. It hurt a lot as it would have been stunning to be part of the centenary celebrations.”
Ruidíaz’s confession has sent shockwaves through the Peruvian football scene, reigniting dreams among “U” supporters of witnessing their idol wearing the iconic cream and blue jersey once more.
The “Pulga,” a nickname earned through his electrifying skills on the field, lead Universitario to victory in 2013, forever etching his name in the club’s annals.Although Ruidíaz ultimately chose to continue his journey abroad, hiscandid words paint a picture of a lingering love for his first footballing home and a desire that may yet come to pass.