Medrán eyes top scorer from lower leagues to boost Colón’s attack | OneFootball

While Colón is undergoing a process of managerial reorganization and awaits the formal appointment of its new technical secretary, Ezequiel Medrán has already begun to shape the football structure of the squad he envisions for the upcoming season. In this scheme, an unexpected name has gained prominence: Ian Vera, a young forward with no history in the major showcases, but with numbers that quickly placed him among the coach’s priorities.

Unlike other transfer windows where well-known surnames stood out, Medrán has once again leaned towards an emerging profile. Vera, just 21 years old and 1.70 meters tall, belongs to Estudiantes de Buenos Aires, although his most recent spell saw him starring at Excursionistas, where he played on loan with no fee and no purchase option. It is precisely this contractual detail that complicates any attempt by Colón to deal directly with the club from Bajo Belgrano, forcing them to negotiate exclusively with the institution from Caseros.

A 2024 That Put Him in the Spotlight

Vera’s growth during the last season explains why the coaching staff considers him a top priority. His leap between the Apertura and Clausura was remarkable, both in production and offensive impact.

In total, he recorded 39 matches, 13 goals, and 2 assists, reaching an average of one goal every 214 minutes. Beyond the statistics, Medrán especially values his energy to press high, his vision to attack spaces, and his ability to finish plays inside the box—attributes aligned with the offensive approach he aims to consolidate in 2026.

The Main Obstacle: Estudiantes BA

Although Excursionistas was the springboard that showcased his growth, Estudiantes de Buenos Aires owns his rights and does not seem willing to easily part with a player they consider to have a high potential for appreciation. The lack of a purchase option in the current loan forces Colón to enter into a more complex negotiation, in a market where Sabalero’s resources will be tight.

Vera is not the only player being watched by Medrán, though he is the most sought-after. At the same time, the coach has already highlighted other names that could strengthen different areas of the field: Iván Antunes, a full-back who performed solidly at San Miguel, and Ignacio Antonio, a defensive midfielder recently released from Gimnasia de Mendoza, whom Medrán already knows from having coached him.

With these profiles, Colón is beginning to shape a squad based on players with development ahead, intensity, and adaptability. The priority is clear: Ian Vera is the chosen one. What remains to be seen is whether the club will be able to overcome the contractual and financial hurdles so that the surprise goal scorer can wear the red and black in 2026.

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