Overview
- Belgrano reports a step forward in negotiations to bring Emiliano Rigoni back after submitting what it calls a final economic proposal.
- Club leaders say the weekend could be decisive, with Rosario Central reported as a competing bidder for the winger.
- Filling the holding midfield role is described as urgent, with Adrián Sánchez and Mauricio “Caramelo” Martínez among targets under discussion.
- Preseason friendlies start Saturday against Central Córdoba to trial a 4-4-1-1 system ahead of the Jan. 24 opener away to Rosario Central.
- New arrival Alcides Benítez is training with the team but is not yet cleared to play in the friendlies.