Chiquito Romero could leave Boca now for a shock move | OneFootball

Chiquito Romero, who has not been considered by the coaching staff for a long time, might leave before his contract with Boca Juniors ends. The goalkeeper is on the radar of an unexpected team in Argentine football.

The story of the goalkeeper with a past in the Argentine National Team has gone from high to low at Xeneize. He was crucial in helping the team reach the final of the 2023 Copa Libertadores, being a standout in several series before the decisive match. However, Chiquito Romero had a reaction that ultimately fractured his relationship with the fans.

The incident at La Bombonera during the Superclásico against River, where he confronted fans who criticized his performance, was the straw that broke the camel's back. Although he played two more times after that day, he was later sidelined by Boca's coaching staff.

The goalkeeper has not been considered at Boca for months.

The goalkeeper is now the fourth choice, with Agustín Marchesín, Leandro Brey, and Javier García ahead of him. He is training with the group of goalkeepers and is waiting for his contract to end at the end of the year to leave; however, his plans might change.

The reason? El Ruso Rodríguez, goalkeeper of Argentinos Juniors, tore the cruciate ligaments in his knee and will be out for several months. Because of this, the Bicho de la Paternal might bring in a player to replace him, and the name of the former Manchester United player has started to be mentioned.

Together with Brey, they are being considered by Argentinos.

According to reports, they first set their sights on Leandro Brey, but from Xeneize's perspective, the young goalkeeper is currently non-transferable. However, there would be no obstacles for Romero, and in fact, they might even assist in his departure before his contract ends. It should be noted that his contract runs until December of this year, so a mutual agreement for termination with the directors would need to be reached, as Marcos Rojo did a few months ago.

Chiquito Romero's stats at Boca

The goalkeeper played 88 matches wearing the Xeneize jersey. In 87 of those, he started as a starter, and once he came in from the bench. In total, he conceded 79 goals and kept a clean sheet 34 times. Since his arrival in 2023, Romero has not celebrated any titles with the club from La Ribera.

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