Former Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa has reportedly turned down a return to management with Argentinian giants River Plate. The 67-year-old is still without a job having left Elland Road back in February but looked in line to return to Athletic Club Bilbao, only for the presidential vote to go in a different direction.
Currently River Plate boss Marcelo Gallardo has revealed he won't continue in 2023 with reports in Argentina claiming former Manchester City defender Martin Demichelis is the favourite for the job. The club had reportedly been in talks with the Leeds boss about taking over the reins.
However, Bielsa said he would not manage a side in the same division as his beloved Newell’s Old Boys. The clubs stadium is named after their former manager and they still have a fond relationship.
