Inhibition threatens Unión’s chance to sign a replacement for Gomes Gerth | OneFootball

The injury to Federico Gomes Gerth not only set off sporting alarms at Unión, but also opened up a regulatory and financial front that could alter the club’s plans in the middle of the tournament. Although the official medical report is still pending, all indications are that the backup goalkeeper suffered a ligament rupture in one of his knees.

This diagnosis would keep him off the field for several months. The severity of the situation would allow Tatengue to request an extraordinary spot to bring in a replacement, something provided for in the regulations in the case of long-term injuries.

But the path is not so simple. On paper, Unión has the possibility to enter the market; in practice, it cannot do so. The reason is a FIFA ban stemming from a financial claim made by Ecuadorian forward José Angulo.

Until that sanction is lifted, the club will not be able to register new players, which puts any attempt to add another goalkeeper to cover Gomes Gerth’s absence on hold.

Madelón’s stance, key at Unión

In this scenario, the decision of coach Leonardo Madelón also comes into play. If he considers it essential to have another option, the ball will be in the management’s court. As things stand, he would make do with the club’s youngsters. As if that weren’t enough, there’s another factor on the calendar. Unión also has a spot available due to the loan of Enzo Rubio to Delfín in Ecuador until March 10, but they will not use it.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.