Racing’s defense needs reinforcements immediately. Already satisfied with what came from the midfield forward, Gustavo Costas expects news in the last line. A sector of the playing field where they failed considerably in 2023 and they do not want to stumble over the same stone again. They know they have to strengthen the area. In several aspects. Logically, the way of playing and the style adopted by the new coach will also be important. Although now, at least he has two fewer players: Aníbal Moreno and Ganzalo Piovi. In the middle you advance through Sosa.
However, waiting for the Academy transfer market adds some incorporation in that area, the possibility of another exit is evaluated. The loss of another player in the bottom sector. Although in this case it is a position where there is overpopulation. And there could be one more option in case the reinforcement that Gustavo Costas eagerly wants for the club arrives.
What sector of Racing defense are we talking about? From the right side, where there are currently four players to occupy that position. And it is clear that beyond the triple competition, the coach knows that he has many players there. That with the addition that, if the arrival of Emanuel Mammana is closed, he would have another player who can also play there. Because the former River is a right center back, but he can also play as a winger. Something similar to what happened with Gonzalo Piovi but on the left side.
The four names in Racing’s defense that are under the microscope
The situation is not simple. And part of the work of the transfer market at the Academy has to do with departures. By managing the losses well. Because it is no use having some extra players who later do not add minutes and end up generating an internal problem. Just enough to have variants and alternatives, so as not to cover up the club’s kids and so that no one has long faces. Precisely the most difficult task for a coach.
Racing’s defense could have a way out.
Facundo Mura, Iván Pillud, Tobías Rubio and Gastón Martirena are the four right backs that Racing has in that sector of defense. It seems like a lot. And the way things are going, at least one would go in this window. According to the coach’s words, Pillud would not be since he is someone who transmits a sense of belonging and affection for the club. In addition to his commitment. Another one who would stay is Tobías Rubio, who has the intention of having a kid from the club. Of course, if an offer arrives it will be analyzed. In this scenario Mura and Martirena are in the crosshairs. And in that context, the one with the best chance of exit is the Uruguayan. For two reasons. First because he doesn’t fit much with Costas’ style. Too offensive and more of a midfielder than a defender. Added to that is that Mura is more seasoned and that he can also play as a left back. Of course, a lot of money was paid for the Uruguayan and we will have to see what the club does if they decide to negotiate him. From an economic point of view it is the most complicated to get out of, but…
2024-01-03 17:34:08
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