What are Unión’s chances of bringing Mauricio Martínez back | OneFootball

The transfer market is entering the decision-making phase, and a familiar name has resurfaced at Unión: Mauricio Martínez. The midfielder had to return to Rosario Central after the Tatengue decided not to exercise the purchase option set at $350,000, but his situation in Arroyito changed the scenario and opened a door that is being closely watched in Santa Fe.

Currently, Martínez is training separately, not considered part of the professional Canalla squad, while the Rosario management is looking for a way out for him. His contract extends until December 31, and Central is open to negotiating a termination or transfer to alleviate a significant salary burden, especially if he will not be taken into account.

The alternatives that fell through and the name of Mauricio Martínez at Unión

Unión had strongly aimed to strengthen the midfield. One of the names that attracted them was the Uruguayan Rodrigo Saravia, whom they had already pursued in the winter market. However, the midfielder—who recently terminated his contract with Belgrano—chose to continue his career in Europe, rejecting the rojiblanca proposal.

There was also an inquiry about Iván Gómez, but Platense only accepted to negotiate through a sale, something beyond the financial possibilities of the Santa Fe club.

With those doors closed, the name of “Mauri” Martínez returned to the scene. His desire for continuity, combined with his knowledge of the club and Central's need to resolve his contractual situation, make him a concrete option in this final stretch of the transfer window.

Madelón's words and the current scenario at Unión

Leonardo Madelón himself publicly acknowledged the interest after the last match, although he was cautious about the complexity of the operation. The coach made it clear that the club needs a central midfielder after the departure in that position and that Martínez is a player he knows and is interested in, but he emphasized that the negotiation depends on the clubs and is not simple.

Meanwhile, in recent hours, there has been a new contact between the managements of Unión and Rosario Central to explore ways to unlock the situation. The possibility of a termination at Central, or an agreement for an affordable amount, appears to be the key for the return to happen.

How possible is the return?

Today, the return of Mauricio Martínez is not finalized, but it is a real alternative. Unión needs to fill the position, the player wants continuity, and Central is looking for a solution that allows them to free up salary space or recover some money.

With the market closing ever closer, the next few hours will be decisive. In Santa Fe, they do not rule it out, and in Rosario, they do not see it as impossible. The future of “Mauri” crosses paths with Unión once again, and this time the story could have a new chapter.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.