In 2023, while at Independiente, Ayrton Costa could not join a tour in the United States due to a theft case from 2018. Now, with Boca Juniors, the situation repeats itself: his visa application has been denied for the second time. Despite being on probation, Costa hopes that his participation will be considered a one-off event, although the final decision rests with the U.S. Department of State without defined deadlines.
In the lead-up to the Club World Cup, Boca faces a setback as Ayrton Costa's visa to enter the United States has been denied again, putting his participation in the tournament in doubt. The defender, sought to reinforce the defense, has previous legal issues that have complicated his travels in the past. Although he has no convictions, his legal situation complicates immigration processes, along with his relation to a delicate case where his brother is suspected of femicide.
Boca, anticipating this possibility, has begun to manage an exception with FIFA to allow Costa's participation. If the situation is not resolved, the club could act in the June transfer window. Despite having alternatives such as the recovery of Nicolás Figal, the return of Cristian Lema, and the versatility of Rodrigo Battaglia, Costa's absence disrupts the team's defensive plans.
