The situation surrounding Cristian Medina’s transfer to Fenerbahce, which was agreed upon during the summer but stalled by Boca Juniors, remains unsettled. Fenerbahce had reached a full agreement in the summer transfer window, but Boca’s head coach Diego Martinez opposed the sale of Medina. Martinez has now been dismissed, strengthening Fenerbahce’s hand, and it is reported that Medina is eager to join the Turkish club.
PRESSURE FROM BOCA JUNIORS
After Boca Juniors failed to achieve the desired results, the club parted ways with coach Diego Martinez. There is speculation that the team will be entrusted to Fernando Gago, currently managing Chivas in Mexico, although Gago denied these rumors, stating, “I haven’t received any offers or spoken to anyone.”
CRITICISM OF THE PRESIDENT
Boca Juniors’ president Juan Roman Riquelme is facing heavy criticism due to poor results, uninspired football, and uncertainty surrounding the coaching situation.
MEDINA STRUGGLED WITH INJURY
The young star, Cristian Medina, has been going through difficult times with a dip in performance at his turbulent club. In the match against Belgrano, the 22-year-old had to leave the game in the 38th minute due to injury.
AGREEMENT COULD HAVE BEEN CANCELED
It was reported that an agreement had been reached between Boca and Fenerbahce for a transfer in January. According to the deal, if Medina faces health issues, Fenerbahce reserves the right to withdraw from the transfer. However, recent updates suggest Medina is recovering well and will return to the field after the international break.
ACUN ILICALI CONFIRMS
Fenerbahce’s vice president Acun Ilicali confirmed on a live broadcast that, “Cristian Medina wants to join Fenerbahce. He is determined. Boca Juniors are going through tough times. They said, ‘Not now, let’s talk in January.’ We will strengthen our squad in January.”
WHAT HAS HE DONE THIS SEASON
Cristian Medina has played 29 matches for Boca Juniors this season, scoring 3 goals and providing 3 assists.
