Merentiel wants pay rise after Lanús brace, eyes Boca Juniors retirement | OneFootball

The recent victory of Boca Juniors against Lanús not only added three points to the table but also marked the resurgence of Miguel Merentiel under the watchful eye of Juan Román Riquelme. The Uruguayan forward, who was going through a streak of poor performances that worried the Xeneize environment, regained his best form by scoring a crucial double and showing offensive mobility that was decisive for the team's performance.

The agent's request and Merentiel's firm stance

Despite the "Beast" having a contract signed until December 2027, his immediate future in the offices has become a topic of debate. Marcelo Tejera, the player's agent, gave an interview to the Uruguayan program Minuto 1 where he was blunt about the player's economic situation. Tejera revealed that he has requested a salary update from Riquelme, arguing that the current contract has become outdated compared to the prominent role the forward has today in the squad.

"What I have asked the president of Boca, without much luck so far, is an improvement that matches what Merentiel is today for the club", expressed the businessman. However, to reassure the fans, Tejera clarified that money is not a breaking factor: "Miguel is very comfortable at Boca and his intention is not to leave; he says he prefers to end his career there." Despite receiving offers in every transfer market, none have managed to seduce the player like the mystique of La Bombonera.

Support for Claudio Úbeda and the internal atmosphere

The great present of the Uruguayan is measured not only in goals (he has already reached 53 goals with the blue and gold) but also in his influence within the locker room. The emotional hug that Merentiel gave Claudio Úbeda after scoring was seen as strong political support for the coach at a time of questioning.

Úbeda, in a press conference, highlighted the human value of the attacker: "Miguel is an extraordinary person who brings laughter to the group. That the players fight every match as if it were a final is the message we try to give". Meanwhile, the management led by Riquelme continues to consider Merentiel as one of the "perfect deals" of the administration, valuing both his sports dedication and his commitment to the institution.

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