😱After turning down River, Boca set sights on Maher Carrizo | OneFootball

The Argentine transfer market adds a new chapter of high tension. Boca Juniors has expressed formal interest in Maher Carrizo, the 19-year-old forward who is shining at Vélez Sarsfield. The news takes on special significance after the striker recently rejected an offer from River Plate, even though the clubs had already reached an advanced agreement.

The "Xeneize" Interest and the Sentimental Factor

According to journalist Emiliano Raddi on SportsCenter, Boca has already started to inquire informally about the conditions for the Argentina U-20 national team star. Although Carrizo was expecting offers from European football, such as from Feyenoord or Benfica, the player’s inner circle suggests he would "lean more" towards wearing the blue and gold jersey than the red sash. The Liniers club, facing a delicate financial situation, might be willing to negotiate for less than the 16 million dollar release clause.

Numbers of a Consolidated Prospect

At a young age, the player from Santiago has already played 51 matches, scored 11 goals, and won 3 titles with the "Fortín." River had offered around 6.5 million dollars for 50% of his transfer rights, a figure that now serves as a reference for the Football Council led by Riquelme. If the deal goes through, Carrizo would join Marino Hinestroza, who is also very close to arriving, as the new faces for Claudio Úbeda’s team for the 2026 season.

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