Blow for San Lorenzo: Jhohan Romaña ruled out for Huracán clash

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·2 February 2026

Blow for San Lorenzo: Jhohan Romaña ruled out for Huracán clash

San Lorenzo received discouraging news at the start of the week leading up to the clash against their historic rival. It was confirmed that Colombian defender Jhohan Romaña suffered a muscle tear during the 1-0 victory over Central Córdoba de Santiago del Estero, which will rule him out of the fourth round of the 2026 Apertura Tournament.

The leader of the azulgrana defense raised alarms last Saturday after finishing the first half with visible signs of pain in his left leg. Although coach Damián Ayude chose to replace him as a precaution for the second half, subsequent medical tests confirmed the muscle injury that will prevent him from being present on Sunday at the "Palacio" Ducó.

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Ayude’s puzzle for the defense

Even though the team comes in on a high after stringing together two consecutive victories—the latest with a goal from Gregorio Rodríguez—the absence of the Antioquian forces the coaching staff to make emergency adjustments in the back line:

The internal option: During the second half against the "Ferroviario," Ezequiel Herrera left the full-back position to take up a spot in central defense, leaving the right flank in the hands of Fabricio López.
The possible debut: Another alternative gaining traction is the debut of Guzmán Corujo. The Uruguayan reinforcement was not among the squad for the last match as he was still getting up to speed physically, but the urgency of the clásico could accelerate his inclusion in the starting eleven.

With this scenario, San Lorenzo will seek a victory against the "Globo" to consolidate their strong start in the first phase of the tournament, although they will have to do so without one of their most important defensive pillars.

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