From being Boca's captain to being left out of Miguel Ángel Russo's plans: Marcos Rojo's present has changed radically in this second half of 2025. Once the Club World Cup ends, the management led by Juan Román Riquelme will try to arrange a proper exit for the 35-year-old defender, for whom they're already seeking a new destination.
The decision divided opinions among the fans. While some believed his cycle was over, others expressed their discontent, including Sergio Agüero.
Kun, who spent years and tournaments with Rojo in the Argentina National Team, didn't hide his discomfort with how his situation was solved. "Before the Club World Cup, he was the best center-back and the one who had played the most matches. He was holding up well and it was a surprise that he didn't play," he said, referring to his absence against Benfica and Bayern Munich.
Despite Ayrton Costa's injury, Rojo won't be a starter against Auckland City either: Marco Pellegrino, a recent signing, will take his place. Beyond the injuries that have affected him recently, his departure was also marked by some acts of indiscipline and decisions that caused discomfort within the coaching staff.
