As the transfer window remains active, Gremio has expressed interest in securing a key player from Racing. While the club is focused on finalizing Richard Sánchez’s move and determining the future of their U.S.-based operations,an informal offer from Brazil has caught their attention. According to Racing de Alma, Gremio is eyeing Facundo Cambeses as a potential goalkeeper replacement following Agustín Marchesín’s departure. The Porto Alegre-based team is in need of one or two goalkeepers, and Cambeses, formerly of Banfield, has re-emerged as a target for brazilian clubs. This comes despite Gremio’s verbal agreement with Tiago Volpi and the club’s leadership taking a firm stance on negotiations.
Gremio Targets Cambeses from Racing for Goalkeeping Reinforcement
This time, the interest in Cambeses stems directly from Gremio’s coaching staff. Gustavo Quinteros, who recently took charge of the team, had previously attempted to bring Cambeses to Vélez before the goalkeeper joined Racing. A year ago, Quinteros was unsuccessful in securing Cambeses, a player he has consistently valued. Racing’s leadership has made it clear that they are unwilling to sell Cambeses unless a considerable offer is made, as they see him as a potential starter in the near future. This is especially relevant given Gabriel Arias’s age (37) and the likelihood of his retirement or departure from the club.
Gremio’s unofficial proposal to Racing was $2.5 million gross plus $500,000 in bonuses to secure Cambeses as their new goalkeeper. However, Racing’s leadership considers this offer insufficient, as it barely covers the $2 million net they paid to acquire him from Banfield. Replacing Cambeses would also prove challenging for Racing. Meanwhile, Cambeses remains neutral about the situation. While he is content at Racing, the financial allure of Brazilian football is undeniably appealing. It’s worth noting that Botafogo had also shown interest in Cambeses a few weeks ago, as exclusively reported by Racing de alma. At this stage, it appears Cambeses will remain with Racing and not make the move to Gremio.
