Ins vs outs: Colón's transfer balance that silences critics

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·9 July 2026

Ins vs outs: Colón's transfer balance that silences critics

Colón’s transfer market balance has sparked debate in Santa Fe. While part of the fan base views the departures with suspicion, a rigorous analysis of the statistics shows that the Sabalero squad comes out stronger from this transfer window. The turnover made it possible to clear out low-performing contracts and bring in pieces hungry for glory.

The departures: the weak numerical record of those who left

The club’s leadership managed to part ways with three players who had virtually no impact on the Primera Nacional campaign:

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Lucas Cano: The striker terminated his contract after a completely forgettable spell. He made just 13 appearances (less than 600 minutes on the pitch) and left on a free transfer to All Boys. His only redeeming stat was a single assist, a very low figure for an attacker who arrived billed as a starter.
Facundo Castro: His departure came after being sidelined by the coaching staff. In 2026 he left the club with 0 goals and no contribution to the attacking play, logging only a few minutes off the bench without making an impact in any match.
Matías Godoy: Another player who never managed to find his footing in Santa Fe. He logged inconsequential minutes in the tournament, was sent off after an absurd foul, and said goodbye to the club without scoring goals or providing decisive assists.

The arrivals: the names chosen to raise the team’s level

By contrast, the new signings showed from their very first appearances that they are ready to wear the shirt and perform:

Franco “Wachi” García: The quick winger from Córdoba needed only a handful of minutes on the pitch to show his one-on-one ability and directness. The former Newell’s and San Martín de Tucumán player showed more attacking freshness in his debut than Cano offered in the entire first half of the championship.
Leandro Gárate: His imposing physique and ability to play with his back to goal already promise to be far more useful for Sabalero’s aerial game than the irrelevance that defined Castro’s spell.
Gabriel Risso Patrón: The left back arrives to put pressure on the left flank. If he manages to win that battle and make the position his own, he will become a major reason to celebrate because of the solidity the defense will gain. He also raises questions about a possible departure for Facundo Castet, who has interest from top-flight clubs.

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