No progress: Colón still on edge over debt to Alberto Espínola | OneFootball

The situation with Alberto Espínola continues to generate concern in Colón, as the economic conflict with the Paraguayan defender keeps the club in a state of institutional and sporting uncertainty. Since last Monday, Espínola has been in a position to inhibit the Sabalero before FIFA, which could complicate future signings if the conflict is not resolved.

Although there have been rumors in recent days about a possible agreement, the reality is that there is still no formal understanding between the parties. The management is still negotiating a loan with a major bank to address the outstanding payment. The debt amounts to $375,000 plus 12,859,500 pesos, both with an annual interest rate of 5%, and the player initially rejected the option of paying in installments, demanding that the payment be made in a single disbursement.

The deadline set by FIFA expired on October 17, and if the ruling is not complied with, Colón would automatically be barred from registering players, a scenario that strains planning for the upcoming season. However, since the formal claim has not yet been filed, the club retains some room for negotiation.

Optimism in Santa Fe arises from Espínola's willingness to resolve the situation and the efforts the club is making to fulfill what is owed. Next Monday, when FIFA updates its weekly report, it will be known for certain if Colón is at risk of sanction by the international body.

At the club's headquarters, there is confidence that the negotiations can be finalized in the coming hours, thus avoiding a new economic and sporting conflict. Meanwhile, the uncertainty persists, and each passing day keeps the directors on edge about how one of the most complex chapters of the season will be resolved.

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