Santiago Ascacibar Transfer from Estudiantes to Boca Juniors
Santiago Ascacíbar transferred to Boca. In April 2024, Santiago Ascacíbar said that Estudiantes was his place in the world and that in Argentina, he would only play for Estudiantes.
Many Estudiantes fans questioned Santiago Ascacíbar for leaving to join Boca. According to Eduardo Domínguez, the player had felt since the end of the year that he had to take another step. Domínguez also said that the situations Ascacíbar believed would happen did not occur. He added that this situation happened at the last moment, but they knew it was going to happen.
According to TYC, Santiago Ascacíbar's move to Boca has generated controversy and criticism from Estudiantes fans. The transfer caused Estudiantes to discount shirts with Ascacíbar's name and number in their official store. A branch of the club changed its name from 'Santiago Ascacíbar' to 'Lealtad Pincharrata' and published a strong statement against the player. Additionally, Juan Sebastián Verón reposted an Instagram story that was interpreted as a criticism of Ascacíbar.
According to TYC, Agustín Alayes, the technical secretary of Estudiantes, explained how Santiago Ascacíbar's transfer to Boca Juniors was conducted. Alayes stated that the negotiation was not forced by either side and that there was no conflict. He added that the transfer was done with the consent of the parties and that, contrary to what had been reported, Ascacíbar never pressured the club to leave. The representative also said that the player loves the club, where he was born and where he will surely end his career. Regarding the discomfort among Estudiantes fans, Alayes said he understands it hurts to see Ascacíbar in another team but does not understand the lack of respect, asking for respect and gratitude because the player performed to his maximum capacity. Previously, the La Plata club had shared a farewell video for the midfielder with images from his two periods at the club, accompanied by Gustavo Cerati's song 'Puente' and a message. The message mentioned the player's 18 goals, 196 games, and 5 titles, stated that he left a memory for a lifetime, and included the phrases 'Cross love, I'll cross my fingers' and 'And thanks for coming.'
According to TYC, Santiago Ascacíbar was officially presented as a new signing for Boca Juniors this Tuesday, alongside Ángel Romero and in the presence of Juan Román Riquelme. Ascacíbar, the former captain and idol of Estudiantes, left after the first matchday. There is significant discontent in La Plata over his departure, as the player reportedly exerted pressure to leave, which upset his former teammates. Discussions among the team leaders to prevent him from joining another local club were unsuccessful. During his presentation at Boca, Ascacíbar stated that he did not want to play in River.
Santiago Ascacíbar's transfer to Boca was described as a major surprise in the transfer market. It is reported that there was general discontent within Estudiantes regarding the manner of the move, with the belief that Ascacíbar pushed for the operation to be successful so he could play for Boca. This was a desire he had expressed years ago and before his second period at Estudiantes. Team leaders at Estudiantes spoke with Ascacíbar but could not change his position. José Sosa commented on conversations with Ascacíbar, stating that everyone needed to be careful with what was said until things were official and that Ascacíbar had to make his own decisions, waiting calmly for things to be resolved.
Santiago Ascacibar has become a new player for Boca in a deal that also includes a one-year loan for Brian Aguirre with an option to buy. The agreement was reached following arduous negotiations, driven by Boca's insistence and desire to sign Ascacibar after Rodrigo Battaglia's injury. After Boca and Estudiantes reached an agreement, Estudiantes announced Ascacibar's departure on their official channels. According to information accessed by TyC Sports, Boca's offer was close to 4 million dollars for 80% of the transfer, with the player also giving up 15% of what he is entitled to and a debt owed by Estudiantes.
According to TYC, Boca Juniors bought Santiago Ascacíbar, who was the captain of Estudiantes until the previous day. The transfer was officially announced.
According to TYC, Santiago Ascacíbar, captain and a key player of Estudiantes, underwent a medical examination to join Boca Juniors, which offered approximately 4 million dollars for 80% of his transfer rights. Boca Juniors pursued Ascacíbar through Fernando Gago. The club accelerated the process, paying the 4 million requested by Estudiantes for 80% of his rights, and Ascacíbar will play for the Xeneize team.
According to TYC, negotiations for Santiago Ascacibar's exit are still pending resolution but are nearing finalization. Ascacibar's immediate future would be linked to Boca, although the transfer is not yet closed. Discussions between the clubs are ongoing, and Ascacibar did not play as Domínguez seeks alternatives in midfield.
According to TYC, Ascacíbar is joining Boca. The negotiation for the player was described as brilliant. River and Gremio were also interested, and had Boca competed with them, the club might have paid between 10 and 12 million dollars. Boca is acquiring Ascacíbar for half of his value by leveraging Estudiantes' economic need.
TYC reports that Boca Juniors is pursuing Santiago Ascacíbar as a key transfer target. Boca Juniors went to the transfer market to look for this very specific reinforcement. Negotiations with Estudiantes are advanced and they hope to finalize the agreement in the next few days.
According to TYC, there has been interest from Boca in Santiago Ascacibar in recent days. Negotiations are already underway, and Estudiantes has set a price of seven million dollars for the midfielder. Boca could pay with money only or include a player in the deal.
TYC reports that Boca remains expectant regarding Santiago Ascacíbar.
Santiago Ascacíbar is reportedly of interest to Boca Juniors. Juan Sebastián Verón, the president of Estudiantes, stated in an interview with Cielosports that he sees Ascacíbar more for Estudiantes than for River or for Boca. Verón added that the player will decide where he wants to go if he leaves, and that a potential move must satisfy both the player and the club. He had previously declared that Estudiantes wants to retain him but acknowledged an economic issue where, at a certain point, the club will not be able to compete, at which point the player will decide. Verón said Estudiantes cannot compete economically with River and Boca.
TYC reports on the proposed player swap deal involving Boca Juniors and Estudiantes. Boca Juniors, led by Juan Román Riquelme, offered a swap deal to Estudiantes: Marcos Rojo and approximately 2.5 million USD in exchange for Santiago Ascacibar. The proposal was immediately rejected by Estudiantes, as they do not intend to part with Ascacibar, especially not to a direct rival like Boca. The financial terms of the offer did not convince Estudiantes, and they have been clear that Rojo must arrive with his contract in hand and offer apologies to the Estudiantes fans.
Fernando Gago, the coach of Boca Juniors, expressed his wish for Santiago Ascacibar, the captain of Estudiantes, to join the team for the preseason and has prioritized his acquisition. While the Boca Juniors Football Council has not yet reached out to Estudiantes' management to present a formal proposal, they regard a potential agreement as 'complicated.' Ascacibar holds a contract with Estudiantes until December 2026 and is not planning to force a contentious departure. Estudiantes would require over 6 million dollars for his transfer, a price that Boca Juniors is aware of. The situation is further complicated by previous irregularities in another transfer involving Cristian Medina.
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