Riquelme’s Libertadores Plan: Verratti & Boca Juniors 2026

Today new information was revealed about the pass market Boca. It has as its protagonist Juan Rompan Riquelme. The fact is that the President of Xeneize dreams of adding three impressive reinforcements with which he would conquer the Copa Libertadores.

The first is Paulo Dybala. La Joya has a contract with Roma until July 2026. But it has already been confirmed that he will not renew his contract. So his arrival at Boca de Riquelme would not be complex, especially with Paredes on the team..

The second is Marco Verratti. The midfielder currently plays in Qatar and would also look to change teams for 2026. Like another former teammate of Paredes, his arrival is not impossible.

The last one is Santiago Ascacibar. In this case it is more difficult since Juan Sebastián Verón would claim at least 6 million dollars. But it was leaked that the midfielder will not continue at Estudiantes next season either. Which would smooth the negotiation.

The Opening and Closing 2026

On the other hand, today the draw was held for the next tournaments of the Professional Soccer League for 2026: the Opening and Closing. Boca was even in Group A.

The following will be your adversaries: Independent, Workshops, San Lorenzo, Riestra, Institute, Platense, Estudiantes LP, Gimnasia MZA, Lanús, Vélez, Newell’s, Defensa, Central Córdoba and Unión. Several sectors consider that Zone A is extremely more complex than Zone B.

While Group B will be made up of the following teams: River, Racing, Belgrano, Huracán, Barracas, Estudiantes RC, Argentinos Juniors, Independiente Rivadavia, Gimnasia LP, Banfield, Tigre, Central, Aldosivi, Atlético Tucumán and Sarmiento. Due to the format of the tournament, Xeneize will not face most of these teams next year.

Although it is worth remembering that a group phase of 16 dates will take place. 14 plus two Interzonals. In the case of Boca one will be the Superclásico against River. While the other will be the classic against Racing. So the Club de la Ribera will face all the greats.

Marcus Cole

Marcus Cole is a senior football analyst at Archysport with over a decade of experience covering the NFL, college football, and international football leagues. A former NCAA Division I player turned journalist, Marcus brings an insider's understanding of the game to every breakdown. His work focuses on tactical analysis, draft evaluations, and in-depth game previews. When he's not breaking down film, Marcus covers the intersection of football culture and the communities it shapes across America.

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