Gregorio Elso Pérez Perdigón (born 16 January 1948 in Maldonado) is a Uruguayan

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and former player who played as a

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. Pérez is widely reputed in his country due for his respectful approach toward the game and general sportsmanship. He is known as " Don Gregorio".

Managerial career

Gregorio Pérez acted as an assistant manager to

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during the

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campaign. Pérez acted as a coach for Club

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in 2020-2021, before retiring due to heart problems in 2024.

References

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