Olimpia make contact with Marabel: Unión's million-pound chance | OneFootball

Junior Marabel is enjoying a strong spell at Sarmiento de Junín, and his performances have once again put him on the radar of one of Paraguay’s biggest clubs. Olimpia has already contacted the forward and his representative to learn the terms of a possible move, although for now there is no formal offer.

The interest from the Paraguayan side is drawing special attention at Unión, since the Tatengue still holds a significant share of the striker’s economic rights. The Santa Fe club retains 60% of Marabel’s registration, while the remaining 40% is still owned by Capiatá, the club from which the forward arrived in Santa Fe.

Olimpia made contact with Marabel

The player himself confirmed that there were talks with Olimpia representatives and acknowledged that the possibility of returning to Paraguayan football is on the table.

“People from Olimpia got in touch with me and my representative. We talked and discussed things a bit. There’s still nothing formal, but we’ll see what happens over the coming days,” Marabel said in an interview with Crónica de Paraguay.

In this way, the interest is still at an early stage, although the direct contact with the player and those around him shows that the Paraguayan club has already begun seriously evaluating the possibility of signing him.

A deal that also matters to Unión

The situation could also have financial consequences for Unión. Marabel is currently on loan at Sarmiento, which has an option to buy his registration. If the Junín club exercises that option and the forward is then transferred, the Santa Fe club could receive a percentage corresponding to the economic rights it still holds.

Unión had signed the Paraguayan attacker from Capiatá for a fee close to $600,000 and still owns 60% of his economic rights. For that reason, any move involving the forward’s future is being closely watched in Santa Fe.

Marabel’s strong form at Sarmiento could help increase his value and eventually lead to a deal that benefits all parties involved.

Pablo Sánchez, a factor that could bring him closer to Olimpia

Another aspect that could favor Marabel’s arrival at Olimpia is the presence of Pablo “Vitamina” Sánchez as head coach. The manager knows the forward from their time together at Palestino and has a good relationship with him.

The attacker himself acknowledged that he still keeps in touch with the coach, even though they are currently working at different clubs.

“I have a good relationship with ‘Vita.’ Even today I still talk to him. We always wish each other well wherever we are. We text and talk a bit,” he explained.

For Marabel, having a coach who already knows his qualities is also a positive when weighing a possible move to Olimpia.

“If the coach wants you and knows you, that’s a good thing,” the forward said.

The pride of being wanted by one of Paraguay’s giants

Marabel also did not hide his satisfaction with Olimpia’s interest. The forward knows what the club represents in Paraguayan football and believes that an opportunity like this could be an important step in his career.

“It’s an honor. It’s one of the strongest clubs in Paraguay, known everywhere. And for me it’s an honor that such a big club in our country is interested in me,” he said.

The attacker built much of his career in Paraguay, where he played for Cerro Porteño, 12 de Octubre, Guaireña, and General Caballero JLM, before continuing his career in Argentina and also having a spell at Palestino.

His past at Cerro Porteño would not be an obstacle

A possible move to Olimpia would also carry a particular twist because of Marabel’s past at Cerro Porteño. However, the forward made it clear that he does not believe that situation would be a problem.

“I don’t even think about those things. Everyone knows this is a job, and wherever I’m meant to be, I’ll defend my club to the fullest,” he stated.

In this way, the player is prioritizing his professional career and would be willing to consider an Olimpia proposal if the initial interest eventually turns into a concrete offer.

Unión awaits developments

For now, there is no formal proposal, and Marabel remains focused on his current spell at Sarmiento. However, contact from Olimpia opens a new possibility for the forward and, at the same time, once again puts Unión in a position that could bring it financial benefit.

In Santa Fe, they will closely follow the progress of the negotiations. If Olimpia moves forward for the attacker and a transfer is completed, the 60% of the economic rights still held by Unión could become an important part of the deal.

Meanwhile, Marabel will look to maintain his strong level at Sarmiento, aware that his performances could prove decisive in determining his next destination.

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