Ángel Di María, the renowned Argentine football star, recently revealed the severe threats his family received, which played a significant role in his decision to not return to Rosario Central. Di María disclosed that his family received a package containing a pig's head and a bullet, accompanied by a threatening note directed at his daughter Pía. Additionally, he recounted violent incidents at a service station that heightened his concerns about his family's safety.

These threats were crucial in Di María's decision to forego his planned return to the club, despite having everything prepared. Ensuring his family's safety became his top priority. Although he regrets not being able to fulfill his dream of rejoining Rosario Central, Di María believes he made the right choice. “It was a dream to return, but I couldn't risk my family's safety. After receiving those threats, I realized I couldn't go back to Rosario,” Di María said.

This situation has shocked the football world, highlighting the risks players and their families face. Di María continues his career in Europe, carrying with him the unfulfilled wish of returning to his roots, but with the peace of mind that he protected his loved ones.

His testimony sheds light on the off-field challenges athletes can encounter and the importance of prioritizing family safety over professional aspirations. The football community has expressed its support for Di María, acknowledging the courage and difficult decision he had to make for the sake of his family. “Sometimes, one has to prioritize what’s most important, and in this case, it was my family,” Di María concluded.