José Neris, one of San Lorenzo’s targets before the transfer window closes | OneFootball

In parallel, the interim Board of Directors is accelerating efforts for three names: José Neris, Héctor “Tito” Villalba, and Emmanuel Mas. The main target is the Uruguayan, 25 years old, who comes from a good season at Montevideo City Torque, where he scored 16 goals in 34 matches and was one of the team's standout players.

Neris's transfer rights belong to Colón, and his contractual situation is one of the central points of the negotiation. The forward has a current contract until December of this year, and unless there is an offer that meets the financial expectations of the club, he is obliged to show up for training, which he is currently doing at the 4 de Junio Training Ground. Colón has been clear: they will only let him leave for a significant offer in dollars.

This scenario explains why, despite strong interest from San Lorenzo and other clubs like América de Cali, Barcelona of Ecuador, and Gimnasia de Mendoza, the deal has not yet been closed. The case has even added tension in recent hours due to disputes between intermediaries and rumors of a possible resolution at FIFA if the conflict escalates.

In addition to Neris, San Lorenzo is considering the return of Héctor Villalba. The winger, who emerged from the club's youth ranks, is a confessed fan and two-time champion, recently became a free agent from Peñarol and is back on the radar after being close to returning in 2025.

There is also the possibility of Emmanuel Mas, a 37-year-old left-back, champion of the 2014 Copa Libertadores, who comes from a good season at Juventud Las Piedras and has offered to return to the club, even accepting a secondary role within the squad.

Currently, San Lorenzo already has six reinforcements for the 2026 season —still pending officialization due to the lifting of FIFA bans, and aims to close the final pieces before the market closes. In this scenario, the name of José Neris stands out as the priority in Boedo, although his arrival depends on a complex negotiation with Colón and figures that are still far from being finalized.

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