2023-08-16 12:49:22
Ahead of the clash once morest Unión de Santa Fe at the start of Zone 2 of the League Cup, the talented Colombian midfielder Juan Fernando Quintero has made headlines by training alongside his Racing teammates. With just a week to go before their crucial first leg once morest Boca Juniors in the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals, Quintero’s presence in practice has drawn attention, notably his choice to wear the number ‘8’ shirt.
Juan Fernando Quintero is already training with Racing de Avellaneda. | Photo: Getty Images
The numbering is not just a coincidence, since this number, previously belonging to Jonathan Galván before his departure during the transfer period, is emerging as Juanfer’s new choice for this new stage.
It is speculated that the Colombian midfielder will wear this number both in his possible debut with Racing in the Argentine League Cup once morest Unión, and in the expected matchup once morest Boca Juniors in the quarterfinal phase of the Copa Libertadores. The latest breakthrough from the Academy, which previously beat Atlético Nacional in the round of 16, has put the team in a promising position in the international tournament.
His highlight came in the remembered 2018 Copa Libertadores final once morest Boca, when Quintero, as a substitute, entered the field in the 58th minute with the mission of breaking the tie. In an epic extra time, the Colombian connected with a pass from Camilo Mayada at minute 109, and with an impeccable shot from outside the area, he deposited the ball in the corner to establish the provisional 2-1.
Juan Fernando Quintero gave River Plate the most important title in its history. | Photo: 2018 Quality Sport Images
The expectation now hangs over the return of Quintero to the match once morest Boca, once more wearing the number 8. Although Fernando Gago shows caution in this regard, wishing to avoid any unnecessary risk, the focus is on the player reaching his best level to avoid similar situations to that of Roger Martínez, who suffered a muscle injury in his second game, derived from an action during the return match once morest Nacional.
The salary that Juanfer will receive in Racing
In addition to this substantial salary, the player would also be regarding to secure a significant sum derived from the transfer of his sports rights, of which he holds exclusive rights. Sources close to the institution indicate that the club would be willing to disburse a sum of 3.6 million dollars for said rights, giving rise to a total disbursement that would be close to 5 million dollars, thus marking the total cost of their relationship. to the team.
Quintero in training with the Colombian National Team. | Photo: FCF
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