Boca on alert: two Mexican giants eye up Merentiel | OneFootball

América and Monterrey Two of the biggest clubs in Mexico have intentions to sign the Beast for 2026. At Xeneize, they are open to negotiations, while the player is waiting for a contract improvement to stay. “It’s my place in the world,” he declared.

In the last few hours, Mexican media have reported that two of the country’s biggest teams are after one of Boca’s stars: América and Monterrey want Miguel Merentiel for 2026. Although there are no formal offers yet, Xeneize are already on alert regarding the situation.

Top scorer for the team in 2025 with 15 goals (he was also top scorer in 2023, with 18), the Beast had his ups and downs throughout the year, but even so, he was one of the most consistent players in the squad. An undisputed starter, his intention is to stay to play in the Copa Libertadores and the club wants to keep him.

However, Boca have always been very clear: except for Leandro Paredes, there are no untouchable players. The Beast still has two years left on his contract, with a release clause of 18 million dollars, and although the stance has always been that he would only leave for that amount, an offer close to that figure would be seriously considered. América and Monterrey, currently facing issues with their foreign player quota, could make offers in the coming days.

From Merentiel’s camp, it has been hinted that the player is looking for a financial step up, and although he wants to stay at Boca, he is seeking a salary increase. With no official statements on the matter, it remains to be seen whether there will be a meeting with Juan Román Riquelme to discuss the issue or if they will wait for an offer to decide the next steps.

What Merentiel said about his future at Boca

In an interview with the newspaper La Nación, the Uruguayan expressed his happiness at being at Xeneize and even imagined the upcoming Copa Libertadores. Far from sowing doubt about his future, he showed himself to be 100% focused on 2026 wearing the blue and yellow shirt.

“Boca is my place in the world. I feel very comfortable and I am very happy, both my family and I. We’re having a great time and we’re happy to be here. The fans are crazy. I have an incredible connection. Honestly, the fans always make me feel it at every moment. When I go out on the street, wherever I go, they are always there to give me their support. Happy, very happy with the people here”, he said.

He also acknowledged the sting of the 2023 Libertadores (lost the final against Fluminense), and is already fully focused on the upcoming tournament. “The dream for all of us is always to lift the Libertadores. Boca is where it deserves to be; this club always deserves to be in the Libertadores. We were so close to winning it that it’s a bit frustrating. I believe the Copa is always an obligation for this club. Competing for the Copa is what Boca’s history demands”, he concluded.

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