Xeneize Secure Paraguayan Forward

Boca Juniors has officially announced the signing of forward Adam Bareiro, adding much-needed depth to their attacking options. The acquisition comes after a challenging period for the club, marked by a draw against Racing and a significant injury to key midfielder Rodrigo Battaglia.

Battaglia’s Injury Spurs Transfer Activity

The injury to Rodrigo Battaglia, requiring surgery and a six-month recovery period, prompted Boca Juniors to seek an additional player to fill the void in their squad. The club successfully requested and received permission to add another player to their roster.

Bareiro’s Journey to La Bombonera

Bareiro joins Boca from Fortaleza in Brazil, having previously played for River Plate. The negotiation for his transfer lasted approximately one week, culminating in a deal worth $3 million for 100% of the player’s rights. Bareiro underwent a medical examination on Friday and finalized his contract before being officially presented.

“I’m happy, it’s nice to return to the country. Happy to be here,”

Adam Bareiro

Bareiro expressed his delight at returning to Argentina and joining Boca Juniors, setting aside his previous experience with River Plate, where he played fewer than 20 games and failed to score.

Úbeda’s Response to Fan Discontent

The signing comes after a frustrating draw against Racing at La Bombonera, which drew criticism from the fans. Manager Claudio Úbeda acknowledged the supporters’ frustration, stating:

“I understand totally the anger of the fan. Boca needs to win always; it has to be the one that goes out to propose.”

Claudio Úbeda

Úbeda also noted the team’s positive attitude but emphasized the need for greater attacking depth and effectiveness.

Team Concentration Following Draw

Following the draw with Racing, Claudio Úbeda made the decision to keep the entire squad concentrated and hold an early training session on Saturday. The aim is to address the team’s recent struggles and prepare for their upcoming Copa Argentina match against Gimnasia de Chivilcoy on Tuesday, February 24th in Salta.

FAQ

• Who is Adam Bareiro? A Paraguayan forward who recently signed with Boca Juniors from Fortaleza.
• Why did Boca sign Bareiro? To bolster their attacking options following an injury to Rodrigo Battaglia.
• What was the transfer fee for Bareiro? $3 million for 100% of the player’s rights.
• What did Claudio Úbeda say about the fans’ reaction? He understands their anger and acknowledges the need for Boca to win consistently.