Unión keep an eye on Belgrano: ex-Colón player could be key for Madelón | OneFootball

While Unión continues shaping the squad for the upcoming season, in Santa Fe they are closely watching the moves Belgrano is making. That’s because one of Tate’s top priorities is Rodrigo Saravia, the Uruguayan midfielder they tried to sign in the last transfer window and who is once again on Leonardo Madelón’s radar. And, in fact, his departure from the Pirata could be facilitated by a familiar name in the city: Federico Lértora.

In Córdoba, the management is working to rebuild the midfield that Ricardo Zielinski wants, as he has requested three signings to strengthen the center of the pitch. Among the positions to fill, one is that of central midfielder. That’s where the chance to bring back Lértora arose, as he became a free agent after his stint at Querétaro in Mexico. The former Colón player—champion in 2021 with the Sabalero—already had a spell at Belgrano between 2016 and 2019, during which he played 48 matches before leaving after the team’s relegation, amid tensions with the management and then-coach Alfredo Berti.

His name has once again become a priority for “El Ruso,” who is looking for quality, leadership, and experience for the heart of the team. The return of the “León” could also trigger a domino effect: with a midfielder of his profile in the squad, the possibility of negotiating Saravia’s departure—Unión’s target for months—would open up.

In Alberdi, the restructuring for 2026 is advancing on two fronts. On one hand, resolving the departures of players who will not be considered; on the other, bringing in reinforcements for the positions identified by Zielinski: a right back, a right midfielder, and a central midfielder. In that last area, Lértora is a name that appeals to both the management and the coaching staff.

That’s why Unión remains attentive. The deal Belgrano is trying to close would not only strengthen the Córdoba side, but could also benefit the Santa Fe club: if Lértora arrives, Saravia would have more chances to leave. Madelón considers him ideal to strengthen the midfield, and the possibility is gaining momentum in light of this new scenario.

The transfer market is just beginning, but it already shows how one move can trigger another. At Unión, they hope that this time the board plays in their favor.

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