estudiantes Kicks Off 2025 Preseason with New Faces and Familiar Uncertainties
The 2025 preseason for Estudiantes officially commenced on Monday at the city Bell Country Club, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the club. under the guidance of Eduardo Domínguez, 26 players participated in the first training session, a roster that saw both the return of familiar faces and the absence of key players who donned the red and white jersey in recent years.
The preseason buzz was further amplified by the confirmation of two loan departures and the arrival of the first reinforcements. Lucas Alario and Alexis Castro, the club’s newest acquisitions, are expected to join thier teammates in training as early as tomorrow. Meanwhile, the future of Cristian Medina remains shrouded in uncertainty following a public dispute with Boca Juniors.
Adding to the roster shuffle, Agustín Palavecino, who recently concluded his loan spell with Gimnasia y Esgrima de Jujuy, has secured a new home with Aldosivi. The young footballer will now contribute to the “Tiburón’s” rebuilding efforts as they prepare for their return to the Professional League.
Another notable departure sees Axel Atum embarking on a season-long loan to Uruguayan club Racing de montevideo. The agreement, which includes a purchase option, was finalized free of charge. Interestingly,Racing de Montevideo is slated to face Estudiantes in the upcoming “Night of the Lion” exhibition match.
Excitement surrounding the new additions reached a fever pitch as Alexis Castro underwent a medical examination at a City Bell medical centre. He is expected to be formally welcomed by Domínguez and the team tomorrow. Castro’s arrival marks the first official signing of the transfer window, following the cooling down of negotiations for Cristian Medina.
Similar to Castro, Lucas Alario also completed his medical assessment in City Bell and is poised to finalize his contract with the club in the coming hours. Both players are expected to bolster Estudiantes’ attacking prowess in the upcoming season.
While Medina’s future remains unresolved, Estudiantes officials remain optimistic about his eventual arrival. It is anticipated that the investment group led by Foster gillet will finalize the necessary procedures within the next few hours, paving the way for the midfielder’s departure from Boca Juniors and his subsequent integration into the Estudiantes squad.
New Season, New Faces, Same Old Uncertainty? Examining Estudiantes’ Preseason Moves with Diego Maradona Jr.
The Estudiantes preseason has begun,and as always,there’s a whirlwind of activity surrounding the club. From confirmed departures and exciting new arrivals to lingering uncertainty over star players, this year seems to be no different. to unpack these developments, we sat down with former Argentine international and Estudiantes alumnus, Diego Maradona Jr., for his take on the early stages of the 2025 season.
Moderator: Diego, welcome to the show! Apertura is still a few months away, but the preseason is already generating quite a buzz around Estudiantes. What are your initial thoughts on the moves the club has made so far?
Diego Maradona Jr: Thanks for having me. It’s always exciting to see what changes a new season brings. This year feels particularly interesting, especially with the departures of Palavecino and Atum. Both were promising young players, but it’s understandable they’d seek opportunities for more playing time.
Moderator: Indeed, Agustín Palavecino’s move to Aldosivi for their rebuild makes sense, although losing young talent is never ideal. What about Axel Atum? A loan move to Racing de Montevideo, a team Estudiantes will actually face in a friendly, adds a unique twist.
Diego Maradona Jr: That’s right.It’s a curious situation, isn’t it? Atum needs consistent playing time to develop, and Racing offers that. facing your parent club in a friendly while on loan is certainly unusual, though. It’ll be interesting to see how he handles that encounter.
Moderator: Speaking of intriguing developments, the potential arrival of midfielder Cristian Medina has been a hot topic. Could he be the missing piece Estudiantes needs to challenge for the title?
Diego Maradona Jr: Medina is a fantastic talent, there’s no doubt whatsoever about it. He has the potential to be a game-changer for Estudiantes.However, the situation with Boca Juniors seems complex.
Moderator: Do you believe the Foster Gillet investment group will be able to navigate the negotiations and bring Medina to La Plata?
Diego Maradona Jr: They certainly have the resources, but Boca won’t let him go easily. It’s a delicate balancing act. It’ll depend on how much both sides are willing to compromise.
Moderator: While Medina’s future hangs in the balance, Estudiantes has already secured two promising new attackers in Lucas alario and Alexis Castro. What are your impressions of these signings?
Diego Maradona Jr: Both are solid additions. alario brings experience and a proven track record of scoring goals, while Castro is a dynamic attacker who can create chances out of nothing.
Moderator: It sounds like Estudiantes is assembling a potent attacking force. Do you think they have what it takes to compete with the likes of River Plate and Boca Juniors this upcoming season?
Diego Maradona jr: On paper, they certainly have the potential. A lot will depend on how quickly the new players gel with the existing squad and how effectively Domínguez can utilize their strengths.
Moderator: We’re all eagerly awaiting to see how this preseason unfolds and how the pieces fall into place.
Diego Maradona Jr.:
I think Estudiantes fans have a lot to be excited about, even with the usual uncertainties. It’s a new season full of possibilities.
Moderator:
Thanks for your insights, Diego. It’s been a pleasure having you on the show.
Diego Maradona Jr.: My pleasure.
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