Boca began its postseason break with a clear premise: to speed up the transfer market in order to secure reinforcements before the 2026 Copa Libertadores. Although the name chosen to open the list was Marino Hinestroza, the Colombian's arrival is still hanging in the air.
A few days ago, the 23-year-old forward fueled expectations with an Instagram post in blue and yellow, suggesting that his arrival could be finalized "within hours." However, the week went by without confirmations, without a date for a medical examination, and without a signature.
In that regard, from Colombia they are pointing to a single party responsible: Atlético Nacional. According to reports in the coffee-growing country, the transfer is on hold because of unpaid wages that the Medellín club owes the footballer, which reportedly created an unexpected standoff. The board wants Hinestroza to forgo part of the amount owed in order to clear the way for his departure, thus avoiding an immediate payment that, they claim, would deal a severe financial blow.
