ANALYTICAL: CAN BOCA AFFORD PAULO DYBALA’S WAGES AFTER ROMA CONTRACT EXPIRES
Boca Juniors director Marcelo Delgado confirmed the club's "dream" is to sign Roma star Paulo Dybala. His expiring contract and friend Leandro Paredes are key factors in the pursuit.
Boca Juniors has made it clear they're very interested in signing Roma's Paulo Dybala, and fans in Argentina are going wild. Marcelo Delgado, a club director, said that getting Dybala would be a dream come true but insisted they're ready to put in the work to get the World Cup winner.
Boca Juniors Really Wants Dybala
The idea of Dybala trading Rome for Boca's stadium has been a long-time rumour in South American soccer. Now, Boca Juniors is openly talking about wanting him. Delgado, who's on the club's Football Council, has said they want to sign Dybala.
When asked about transfer targets, Delgado didn't shy away from the Dybala topic.
“Dybala? It's a bit of a dream; maybe it can happen, maybe not,” Delgado said. “We're going to try our best to bring him here, no matter what. His contract ends in June 2026. We'll watch the situation and see what happens.”
Contract Might Help
Dybala has about six months left on his contract with Roma. This means he can start talking to other clubs in January and possibly move for free at the end of the 2025-26 season.
Even though Dybala is important in Serie A, he hasn't signed a new contract. This has people thinking he might leave Europe soon. Boca Juniors, led by their president, Juan Roman Riquelme, often goes after experienced players who want to return to South America. They signed Edinson Cavani before, which shows they can attract big stars. They see Dybala as the next big signing to make the club better. Still, paying Dybala's wages could be hard since European salaries are much higher than in Argentina. He might have to take a pay cut.
Leandro Paredes Could Help
Boca has a better chance of getting Dybala because his close friend, Leandro Paredes, already plays there. Paredes came back to Boca Juniors in July after using a special part of his Roma contract. He promised to return to the club while he was still playing well. Paredes is now a key player for Boca, and he also influences things off the field.
Paredes and Dybala are close friends from their time in Italy and with the national team. People in Buenos Aires know that Paredes is helping Boca get Dybala. Paredes has said he keeps telling Dybala to join Boca, even joking that he told his daughter that Uncle Paulo might come with them.
What's Next?
Dybala is still playing for Roma right now. But Delgado's words have put pressure on the Italian club. Boca Juniors has shown that they're serious about signing him.
The situation will be clearer in January. If Roma doesn't get Dybala to sign a new contract before then, Boca might make a real offer.
PULISIC HITS BACK: MILAN STAR SHUTS DOWN 2026 GOAL DROUGHT CONCERNS
"I haven't stopped dreaming." Christian Pulisic addresses his goal drought and the frustration of missing out on the Gold Cup squad.
Christian Pulisic isn’t holding back. When critics started questioning his recent form and worried about his 2026 goal drought, he shut them down, calling those concerns “bad questions". The AC Milan forward, fresh off his Time magazine cover, still trusts his ability to step up for the USMNT as they gear up to co-host the World Cup.
All eyes are on him.
The U.S. is set to share the stage for the 2026 World Cup, and Pulisic is set to become the go-to guy for the national team. Landing on the cover of Time isn’t something soccer stars from America get every day, and it just shows how big a deal he’s become, especially after proving himself in Europe. But right as people are finally giving him mainstream recognition, he’s under the microscope for not putting up his usual numbers in front of the goal.
He’s not fazed by the dip.
When Time asked about his goal drought and how he’s handling not scoring for club or country this year, Pulisic didn’t mince words; he’s not sweating it. “I plan on scoring goals. Such bad questions. I’m not concerned about it, man.” You can hear the confidence in his voice.
Dealing with the noise
Pulisic admits this stretch feels extra tough. Missing out on last June’s Gold Cup squad hurt him, mostly because he’s used to shutting people up with his play. “Normally, I just go out there and score, and that quiets everybody. Right now, I’m in my offseason, so everyone’s talking, and I can’t do anything about it. That’s what’s frustrating.”
For Pulisic, attacking is everything. “Going at the goal, creating attacks, that’s what I live for. Sure, you have to do all the other stuff: defend, run, whatever. That’s fine. But what really gives me joy is finding ways to score and actually scoring.”
Chasing the dream
The U.S. opens their World Cup run against Paraguay at the SoFi Stadium on June 12, and Pulisic will lead the team right here at home. He doesn’t like making big public predictions, but at 27, he keeps that childhood dream alive. “That’s just not how I work. But I’ll lie in bed and imagine myself holding the World Cup trophy. I did that when I was a kid, and I haven’t stopped. You need to believe. Why not?”
WHY DID LAUTARO MARTINEZ REJECT A CAREER-DEFINING MOVE TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE?
"I love Milan." Read why 28-year-old Lautaro Martinez rejected Manchester United and Arsenal to stay at the San Siro in 2026.
Inter captain Lautaro Martinez has clearly put an end to any speculation about leaving San Siro, making it known that he has no plans to entertain offers from Europe’s top clubs. Even with regular links to teams like Barcelona, Manchester United, and Arsenal, the Argentine forward is fully committed to what’s happening in Milan.
Martinez has been quite vocal about his dedication to Inter amid constant rumours about his future. Despite frequent connections to some of the biggest clubs on the continent, he insists there’s no reason for him to move on from the current Serie A champions.
Media reports have often tied him to Barcelona, PSG, Arsenal, and Manchester United. But through various transfer windows, Martinez has consistently pushed back on the idea of leaving Inter. At 28, he remains a key figure in the team’s current setup and has stepped up as the club’s captain and on-field leader.
In an interview with Cronache di Spogliatoio, Martinez expressed his loyalty to Inter’s project. He made it clear that he isn’t interested in changing clubs despite the speculation.
He said, “No, because I am faithful to the Inter project, I feel at home here. My family is happy, we have a restaurant in the city, and we love Milan. From the first day, everyone treated me in a way I didn’t think possible. I achieved so many personal and team goals here.”
Success on the pitch seems to deepen his connection to the club. Inter recently secured another league title and continues to chase trophies, including the Coppa Italia. On an individual level, Martinez is eyeing the Capocannoniere prize as Serie A’s top scorer. His steady performances underline why he’s considered one of the most reliable forwards in European football.
Since his move from Racing Club in 2018, Martinez has become the defining presence in Inter’s modern lineup. With 173 goals over 372 competitive games, it’s clear how vital he is to the team.
Looking ahead, the club sees Martinez as a central piece in their long-term plans. His leadership and scoring ability make him hard to replace. Settled both on and off the field in Milan, he seems set on continuing his story at the Giuseppe Meazza, despite ongoing interest from Europe’s elite clubs.
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