Former midfielder and two-time title winner with Atlético Nacional, Jairo "el Viejo" Patiño, has openly expressed his desire to return to the club, this time as part of the youth academy's coaching staff.
Youth development project underway
Speaking to El Colombiano, the Cali-born coach revealed that he has had very positive talks with the club's management: "I'm fully available now; we've already held meetings, and my dream is to be part of the club's youth development program." Patiño has experience managing clubs such as Llaneros, Cúcuta Deportivo, Bogotá FC, and Real Cartagena.
A winning legacy in Colombian professional football
During his playing career, Patiño won the 2011 Apertura tournament and the 2011 Copa Colombia with the Medellín-based club. He also earned 37 caps for Colombia and had notable spells at River Plate, Newell's, and Banfield.
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