Flamengo eye up Changuito Zeballos, what will Boca do? | OneFootball

The Brazilian team sent emissaries to observe the 23-year-old forward from Santiago.

The great current form of Exequiel Zeballos has once again sparked international interest, and one of the continent's giants has taken notice: Flamengo sent emissaries to closely follow Changuito, although they have not yet made a formal offer. At Boca, on the other hand, they are already working to renew his contract and increase his release clause.

The performance of the player from Santiago had a turning point in the match against Belgrano, where he changed the game after coming off the bench and scored in the 2-1 loss. He then repeated decisive performances against Barracas Central, contributing to the goals of Milton Giménez and Miguel Merentiel. As a starter against Estudiantes, he repaid the trust with a goal despite missing a penalty. And against River, he was the standout figure of the Superclásico, also scoring a goal.

This level, combined with the support of the team and the coaching staff, has increased his value within the club. Therefore, the management led by Juan Román Riquelme is preparing a contract extension offer. The forward's contract expires in December 2026, and his current clause is 20 million dollars. The idea is to renew it for three or four more years and significantly increase the salary and the release amount.

From the player's camp, they view the renewal favorably, although there has not yet been formal contact between the parties. The affection from the locker room—especially from the “five,” as he refers to Leandro Paredes—and the support of the fans weigh heavily in his decision.

The situation with Flamengo also has recent precedents. Relations between the two clubs have been tense since the free transfer of Agustín Rossi, who left for Mengao after not renewing with Boca. The goalkeeper has accumulated 68 clean sheets in 138 matches in Brazil and won four titles, which exacerbates the distrust between the institutions.

While Boca seeks to maintain the core of the team ahead of the 2026 Copa Libertadores, Zeballos has established himself as a key player. His current form, the support of the team, and the affection of the fans could be crucial for the player from Santiago to sign his continuity with the club he loves.

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