The Daily Drool: Santiago Ascacíbar

Defensive midfielder Santiago currently plays for VfB Stuttgart. He has represented Argentina at the Olympic, U20 and U23 levels.

The Daily Drool: Giovanni Simeone

If you were thinking “Hey that guy looks really familiar, I wonder if he could be…” then you are correct, he’s Diego Simeone’s son. Giovanni is currently a striker for Genoa. He was born in Madrid when Cholo was playing for Atleti. He has represented Argentina at the U20 and U23 levels.

The Daily Drool – Champions League Group A – Olympiacos: Alejandro Domínguez

Attacking midfielder Alejandro joined Olympiacos in 2013. He has represented Argentina at the U23 level.

The Daily Drool: Willy Caballero

Fabulously named goalkeeper Willy just made the move from Malaga to Manchester City. I saw him in action the other night here in NYC and he was kicking ass. He has represented Argentina at the U20 and U23 level.

The Daily Drool: Champions League Group G – Atleti’s Emiliano Insúa

24 year old left back Emiliano joined Atletico Madrid this year from Sporting CP. He has represented Argentina at the U20, U23 and senior levels.

The Daily Drool: Gabriel Heinze

I saw defender Gabriel playing this summer with Roma shortly before he terminated his contract early and returned home to Argentina.  He signed a two year contract with the team he began his professional career at: Newell’s Old Boys. He played for Real Madrid from 2007-2009 (easy to see why with those cheekbones). He’s also represented Argentina at the U23 and senior levels.