Overview
- Hernán Barcos was officially presented in Cajamarca, telling reporters the goal is to fight for a place in international competitions rather than focus on survival.
- Coach Carlos Silvestri outlined a five-game preseason with Barcos set to debut on January 10 and a club presentation match against The Strongest on January 18 at Héroes de San Ramón.
- Barcos was welcomed by large crowds at the Armando Revoredo Iglesias airport before the team’s media event unveiling the 2026 squad.
- FC Cajamarca continued its recruitment drive with confirmed arrivals including Pablo Lavandeira and Pablo Míguez, adding to signings such as Samuel Aspajo, Alexis Rodas and Matías Almirón.
- El Comercio reports the move includes discussions for a post-playing advisory role and that Barcos will earn the squad’s top salary, while former club Alianza Lima began preseason under Pablo Guede, announced the loan signing of Uruguayan defender Mateo Antoni and set January 24 for the Noche Blanquiazul versus Inter Miami before Copa Libertadores Phase 1 in early February.