UEFA Champions League
After one of the most painful eliminations in its recent history, Boca Juniors is going through critical hours. Following their elimination in the group stage of the Club World Cup without achieving a single victory —including a humiliating draw against the semi-professional Auckland City—, coach Miguel Ángel Russo wasted no time in making decisions. The experienced coach has already communicated a clear request to Juan Román Riquelme: he needs reinforcements to rebuild a shaken team.
The xeneize team was knocked out by rivals like Bayern Munich and Benfica, but what raised the most alarms was their inability to beat the modest New Zealand side. Despite this failure, the leadership believes that Russo needs time and support. He arrived mid-season and has had only a few weeks to try to mold a squad that appears unbalanced.
Miguel Ángel Russo wants two creative midfielders
It has been reported that the coach asked the club president for the arrival of two creative midfielders who can bring a new dynamic to the midfield. Although not all names are known yet, one player is under consideration: Marcelino Moreno. The 30-year-old Lanús midfielder is favored by the coaching staff for his ability to create plays and unbalance in the final third. So far this year, he has scored eight goals and provided four assists, making him a top priority.
With his contract valid until December 2026, Boca will have to negotiate with Lanús if they want to sign him as soon as possible. Riquelme and his team know that there is no room for error: either the reinforcements Russo asks for arrive, or 2025 will end as one of the darkest years for the club.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Los 2 fichajes que exigió Russo después del fracaso de Boca en el Mundial de Clubes
