Overview
- Javier Rabanal has taken charge of preseason at Campo Mar following Jorge Fossati’s exit, drawing public endorsements from Fernando Morientes and Fossati.
- Universitario scheduled friendlies against Sport Boys on Jan. 17 and Melgar on Jan. 20 to build match rhythm before its main presentation.
- The Noche Crema at the Monumental on Jan. 24 will feature Universidad de Chile, air on TV Perú, and proceed with security guarantees from the Interior Ministry.
- Argentine defender Caín Fara arrived from Atlanta, calling the move the biggest challenge of his career as he aims to win a starting spot.
- Competition in defense remains intense as Williams Riveros and Matías Di Benedetto pursue nationalization processes that could impact foreign-player slots and selections.