Boca step up Villa chase as transfer window nears end | OneFootball

Boca Juniors has decided to take advantage of the last transfer window slot and is aiming all its cannons at Sebastián Villa. After Lucas Blondel’s departure to Huracán — on loan until December with a purchase option — the club from La Ribera has until March 10 to make a signing, and the Independiente Rivadavia winger is the main target to reinforce the attack ahead of the Copa Libertadores and the Torneo Apertura.

Juan Román Riquelme is personally leading the negotiations for the player, whose price tag has reportedly dropped drastically from the 12 million dollars demanded in January to a figure close to six million.

Between the desire to leave and Mendoza’s refusal

Despite Boca’s strong interest, the president of “La Lepra,” Daniel Vila, dismissed claims of formal contact: “It seems to me like a social media rumor. Today he is an Independiente player and will stay until mid-year,” he stated, although he acknowledged the existence of a verbal agreement to facilitate his departure should a beneficial offer arise. For his part, the player remained cautious after the recent 1-1 draw against River: “I’m focused here. My agent handles everything else.”

A return marked by controversy and lawsuits

Villa’s possible return is not without controversy. The Colombian left Boca in 2023 after being convicted of gender-based violence, which sparked an ongoing legal battle: the player is claiming two million dollars for wrongful dismissal, while the club has filed a counterclaim with FIFA and the courts for 20 million.

Furthermore, his relationship with the fans became strained after the striker declared months ago that, if Marcelo Gallardo called, he would not hesitate to sign with River to seek “the best for his family.”

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