Argentinian striker Lucas Di Yorio is determined to secure his position on the Athletic starting team. In a striking exhibition against São Joseense last Sunday (25), Di Yorio showed his potential by scoring two goals in the 3×1 win, claiming with authority the team's number nine shirt. Meanwhile, the Argentine player is in a fierce battle for the position with Gonzalo Mastriani, the club's main hire for this season.
Di Yorio, who arrived at Athletico in early February, finally had the chance to shine in the last round of the Paranaense, taking advantage of Mastriani's absence due to physical issues. This opportunity allowed the Argentine center to show its ability to score goals, standing out as a key piece in the victory of the rubro-negro.
However, competition with Mastriani is not for the weak. Uruguayan is one of Brazil's top scorers this year, with eight goals scored, including two by Athletico. His familiarity with Brazilian football, after a successful passage through America-MG, adds weight to his candidacy for the position. Both players represented a significant investment for the club, totaling over $4 million in transfer costs.
What differentiates Di Yorio in Athletico is his imposing physical presence, with a height of 1.90m, and his ability to effectively position himself in the opposing area. His performance against São Joseense showed this, with several opportunities for goal created and precise completions. Despite having shown little in his first two games for the club, Di Yorio now stands out as one of the team's top goalkeepers in Paranaense.
Your next challenge will be against the Londrina, Saturday (02), at 16h, in the stadium of the Café, for the first match of the quarterfinals of the Paranaense. With his up-and-coming performance and his determination to win the spot on the starting team, Di Yorio promises to remain a key piece in Athletic's quest for victories this season.
