- Di Maria will return to Rosario Central after ending his contract with Benfica
- The Argentine star will play in the Club World Cup before leaving
- He brings home a legacy of trophies, including a World Cup and league titles
Key Takeaways:
Rosario Central and Di Maria have shared a video that leaves no doubt about the next step in the 37-year-old Argentine’s career. He is finishing his contract with Benfica and returning home to the club where he began before moving to the Portuguese side in the 2007/08 season.
Nuestra historia juntos tiene más páginas por escribir 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/JhakDVuR4M
— Rosario Central (@RosarioCentral) May 29, 2025
The player’s desire has always been to return to Argentina and to Rosario. This didn’t happen last summer due to public safety concerns in Argentina, but it will now become a reality. Before that, he will represent Benfica at the FIFA Club World Cup, which will be held in the USA between June 14 and July 13.
By the end of this season, across both of his spells with the Eagles, the Argentine has played 213 matches (162 as a starter), scoring 47 goals and providing 47 assists.
During his illustrious career, Di Maria has won numerous trophies at both club and international level. He lifted league titles with Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, and Benfica, and played a key role in Argentina’s recent success, including the 2021 Copa America and the 2022 FIFA World Cup. His return to Rosario Central marks the closing of a remarkable chapter, as he brings back not only experience but a legacy of silverware.