Boca regain key players for Vélez in Copa Argentina last 16 as Paredes to start | OneFootball

According to LaNumer12.com.ar, Boca have been boosted by the returns of Leandro Lozano and Marco Pellegrino ahead of Wednesday’s Copa Argentina last 16 against Vélez Sarsfield.

The Uruguayan full-back has shaken off a left hamstring strain and trained with the group, while the centre-back has completed rehab from a tear sustained against Platense. Both are set to be included for the tie at the Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes.

Lozano is in line to start, with the full-back expected to replace youngster Dylan Gorosito. That tweak is among the changes considered after the testing win over Lanús.

Midfield linchpin and captain Leandro Paredes returns after overcoming muscular inflammation and gaining minutes at La Bombonera in the last outing. He will take the place of Camilo Rey Domenech for this decisive clash.

Up front, Arruabarrena faces his main dilemma. He must decide whether to retain in-form Alan Velasco or restore the pace of Sebastián Villa, a call that could also shape the system.

With options back and competition for places rising, Boca are finalising preparations for a pivotal night as they chase a quarter-final berth.

Source: LaNumer12.com.ar

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