Man wearing a Boca Juniors jacket sitting in front of a microphone and a thermos — Riquelme is looking for replacements | La Derecha Diario

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After dissolving the Football Council, Riquelme is analyzing candidates for the new structure

With Serna's and Cascini's resignations, Boca's president, together with Delgado, is analyzing possible replacements to lead the sports project amid the crisis

07/08/2025 12:45:00h

Editorial Team

Juan Román Riquelme decided to dissolve the Football Council of Boca amid a sporting crisis. He accepted the resignations ofMauricio Serna and Raúl Cascini, and confirmed the continuity of Marcelo Delgado, who will now work alongside the president in the search for a new figure to lead the club's football project.

The goal is to bring in a figure with experience and influence who will act as a link between the professional squad and the management, as well as collaborate with sports planning and transfer markets from Boca Predio.

Among the names Riquelme is considering, Carlos Bianchi appears first, a historic figure for the club. His return would represent a major institutional and emotional impact for Boca's world. However, the "Virrey," already retired from coaching and at 76 years old (167.6 pounds), has no intention of returning to a professional role, according to those close to him.

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Riquelme has Bianchi as an option | La Derecha Diario

Another candidate is Carlos Fernando Navarro Montoya, former goalkeeper of the club and former coordinator of the youth divisions during the first stage of the current administration. After a stint as a coach in the Spanish lower leagues and a brief experience at Santamarina de Tandil, the "Mono" is willing to return if Boca calls him.

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Mono is the most willing to take on | La Derecha Diario

Alberto "Beto" Márcico is also mentioned, a club idol and trusted person of Riquelme, with whom he keeps a close relationship. His name is well received by the current administration, although there are still no clear definitions regarding his possible role.

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Beto has a close relationship with Riquelme | La Derecha Diario

The list also includes José Néstor de Pékerman, an internationally renowned coach whose last position was with the Venezuela national team in 2022. At 75 years old (165.3 pounds), he would be willing to listen to a serious project, either as a coach or manager.

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Pekerman hasn't coached since 2022 | La Derecha Diario

Finally, Cristian Traverso appears, a former player of the club and close to Riquelme during his playing days. However, although his name came up in initial conversations, sources close to him indicate that, for personal reasons, he is currently not in a position to accept the position.

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Traverso wouldn't accept if they called him | La Derecha Diario

Boca's future in the hands of a new structure

The decision to dissolve the Football Council marks a turning point in Riquelme's tenure as president. In a time of poor results and growing pressure from fans, institutional reorganization emerges as a sign of openness and self-criticism.

The profile of the new manager will be key to facing the second half of the year, organizing internal relations, and beginning to build a more competitive Boca, with a view to the challenges ahead and the 2027 elections.

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