Junior de Barranquilla is accelerating the search for a new head coach to replace Alfredo Arias to avoid playing matches without a defined sporting project. ^[1] Junior de Barranquilla announced the departure of Alfredo Arias and is now searching for a new head coach to lead the team in the Liga BetPlay. ^[2] Alberto Gamero has emerged as one of the strongest possibilities for the position due to his extensive experience in the Colombian national league. ^[3] Jorge Bava, a preferred candidate, has lost momentum because his salary expectations exceed the budget Junior de Barranquilla has allocated for the new coach. ^[4] Sebastián Viera, a historical icon of the club, is a candidate for the position but no agreement has been reached yet. ^[5] Jose Eugenio Hernández, known as Cheché Hernández, said he would be delighted to return to Junior de Barranquilla, the team he led to a championship in 2011. ^[6] Three coaches remain in contention for the position: Sebastián Viera, Alberto Gamero, and Jorge Bava. ^[7] Junior de Barranquilla has scheduled a training session for this Tuesday afternoon, with the new coach expected to debut against Jaguares next Saturday. ^[8]