Botafogo announce signing of Argentine midfielder Cristian Medina | OneFootball

Botafogo announced this Friday the signing of Argentine midfielder Cristian Medina, who was previously with Estudiantes de La Plata, Argentina. The 23-year-old player signed a four-year contract with the Alvinegro, valid until the end of 2029.

Playing for Estudiantes de La Plata last season, Medina took the field 43 times, did not score any goals, and contributed two assists. This year, he has participated in five matches and provided one assist.

Medina has even faced Botafogo before. In the group stage of last year's Copa Libertadores, he was on the field in the 1-0 victory over Glorioso.

Career

Cristian Medina began his journey in the youth categories of Boca Juniors, where he was developed. In 2020, he joined the professional squad of the Argentine club and stayed there until the beginning of 2025, when he was signed by Estudiantes de La Plata.

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