Boca Juniorsafter his first victory under the direction of Fernando Gagofaces Sarmiento in Junín with the mission of adding points in the annual table to secure a place in the Copa Libertadores 2025. However, the novelty that marked the preview of the match is the exclusion of Gary Medelone of the experienced players on the squad, who He is not on the summoned list.
Gago, in a apparent strategic decision and no signs of an injurydecided not to count on the 37-year-old Chilean, who had limited participation since his return to the club.
Although it was present in 10 of the 24 official Xeneize matches Since his incorporation, his role in the team remained in the background, mainly under the command of Diego Martinezwhen he played 8 consecutive games between July and September.
The signing of Medel was a Boca bet in the last marketwhen he arrived from Vasco da Gama. But his continuity in the club for 2025 is unknown since many rumors suggest that Medel could return to his country to close his career.
Meanwhile, the xeneize institution works in secure Aaron Anselmino for the next semester, since the Chelsea He has not yet given any signs that he plans to incorporate him into his squad.
On the other hand, Boca received the good news of the recovery of Kevin Zenón, who is returning after overcoming a sprained ankle suffered against Gimnasia La Plata. Zenón, former Unión de Santa Fe, could start as a starter against Sarmiento, adding depth to the attack. The youth players Lautaro Di Lollo and Jabes Saralegui also join the squad. On the contrary, Juan Ramírez and Joaquín Ruiz will not be part of the 24 players called up.
Those summoned by Fernango Gago
The possible alignment of Boca and the rivals at stake
The Boca coach still did not confirm the starting teamalthough the alignment is expected to be similar to the one defeated Godoy Cruz in the last game. The probable formation would include: Leandro Brey; Luis Advíncula, Aaron Anselmino, Marcos Rojo; Marcelo Saracchi; Ignacio Miramón, Tomás Belmonte, Kevin Zenón; Exequiel Zeballos, Edinson Cavani and Brian Aguirre. This would mean the entry of Advíncula and Zenón instead of Juan Barinaga and Pol Fernández.
The team of former Real Madrid will have the advantage of playing with the already defined results of some of its direct rivals in the Libertadores qualification. River Plate, Racing Club, Godoy Cruz, Talleres, and Huracán They will have played their respective matches before the Boca matchup, which will allow those from the riverside to face the match with a clearer picture of their options in the table.
This match will be crucial for Boca as they look to consolidate their place in the next Libertadores as they continue adapting to Gago’s style and restructuring its squad for 2025.
Source: Ambito
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