Club Atlético Independiente has added eight new players for the upcoming season, which starts today with the team's debut tomorrow against Sarmiento de Junín at the Estadio Libertadores de América-Ricardo Enrique Bochini. The head coach, Julio, has chosen Valdez as a starter for this match, while also looking for a left-back to increase competition in the team.
One of the options that have emerged in recent hours is Ramiro Funes Mori, who has had little involvement at River Plate. The team's goal is to advance in the local championship and perform well in the Copa Sudamericana, so they are looking to strengthen certain positions to increase alternatives and competitiveness in the squad.
Following the departure of Joaquín Laso, Independiente has reached an agreement to sign Sebastián Valdez, Argentine Cup champion with Central Córdoba of Santiago del Estero, and Nicolás Freire, who was playing for Inter Miami in MLS. However, the club's economic difficulties have complicated negotiations to add more reinforcements.
In this context, the executives have held talks to try to bring back Víctor Cuesta, a familiar face for the team with experience at Independiente. Cuesta, who is currently recovering from a knee injury, has been a key player in Brazilian and Argentine football.
Víctor, 36 years old, from Bahía, seeks to continue his sporting career, and the Independiente directors continue to work to meet the needs of coach Julio, who still wants to add players in certain positions. The extension of the deadline for signings has provided some relief to the club's transfer market.
