Sport Economy Local 2026-01-08T22:28:18+00:00

San Lorenzo Cautiously Eyeing Midfielders Amid Economic Constraints

San Lorenzo is considering transfers for midfielders Juan Sforza and Pablo Galdames, aiming to strengthen the team with minimal financial risk. Decisions are dependent on potential player departures from the squad.


San Lorenzo Cautiously Eyeing Midfielders Amid Economic Constraints

The club managed by Carlos Tevez has him on their radar and could approach with a formal offer in the coming days. In recent hours, the interest of Talleres de Córdoba in Nicolás Tripichio has gained momentum. So far, there are no formal negotiations or offers on the table, according to Agencia Noticias Argentinas. One name on the list is Juan Sforza. The interest was publicly confirmed by Sergio Costantino, the interim president of San Lorenzo. The left-footed midfielder, born in 2002, belongs to Vasco da Gama, which acquired 100% of his registration in February 2024. After losing continuity following the departure of Ramón Díaz, he was loaned out to Juventude in August 2025 and played eight official matches. His profile, with experience and versatility, is to the liking of Damián Ayude, who considers reinforcing the central area a priority. The analysis of reinforcements is also conditioned by possible departures. With the loan now over, the technical team led by Fernando Diniz is assessing whether he will be considered for 2026 or if he will be loaned out again, an option that is attractive to Ciclón. A product of Newell's, Sforza was captain for the Argentine U-15 and U-17 youth teams, won two South American Championships, and has played over 130 matches in Primera División, despite his young age. The other name gaining traction is Pablo Galdames, a midfielder from Independiente and a regular call-up to the Chilean national team. "Pablo Galdames is one of the possibilities," he stated on Radio La Red. Galdames arrived at Rojo in January 2025 and has a contract until December 2026. Buenos Aires, Jan 8 (NA) -- San Lorenzo is cautiously analyzing the market and closely monitoring Juan Sforza and Pablo Galdames as possible midfield reinforcements, in a context marked by economic necessity and the chance of player departures from the professional squad. Although the position appears covered and the Nicolás Tripichio–Ignacio Perruzzi duo gained confidence during the last Clausura, in Boedo they do not rule out adding a central midfielder if the scenario allows. The guideline is to proceed only with low-risk financial operations that align with the club's reality. Since his arrival, he has played 33 matches, scored four goals, and provided two assists.