Riquelme dodges questions on Russo’s future, praises his work at Boca | OneFootball

After the unprecedented adventure at the Club World Cup more than three months ago, Juan Román Riquelme spoke again amidst Boca's turbulent football present. However, in his interview with the club's official channel, among the many topics he touched on, he ignored the one the fans were most eager to hear about: How is Miguel Ángel Russo? What is his situation? What stance is the club taking? "He's a genius," he praised.

Many questions have arisen in recent days from the fans due to the absence of the coach against Defensa y Justicia, in several training sessions last week, and in the first of the current week. But there are no answers. The president did not speak about the health of the man who has been leading the team since June.

Riquelme's only reference to Russo was to highlight how he made his mark in just a few months of work: "The Club World Cup did the group a lot of good. They competed against Benfica and Bayern Munich, did well, and seemed very hopeful. The arrival of Leandro (Paredes) completed this. The coach has a lot to do with it. He manages things extraordinarily."

Simple, concise, and all related to the football sphere, which did not sit well with the fans, as seen on social media. According to complaints in the virtual world, the Boca community was waiting for the official word from their president to understand how Russo is recovering from the dehydration episode that currently sidelines him from his work, as well as what stance the club takes in this context.

In fact, the club was swift and transparent just a few days ago when Antonio Barijho suffered a health issue that required urgent hospitalization. The institution issued a statement about his condition, informing the public.

However, for now, the approach taken with Russo is very different, and at Brandsen 805, it seems to be a taboo subject. While it is delicate and must be handled with absolute respect, it is clear that the only information available is what leaks through the media.

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