Fabián Berlanga, the president of Vélez Sarsfield, recently recounted a peculiar incident where a fan, or perhaps a group of fans, hired a plane to fly over the Villa Olímpica, demanding player reinforcements via loudspeaker. This unconventional method of expressing frustration has since become a trending topic among supporters. Following Vélez's surprising victory over Boca Juniors on Sunday night, coach Guillermo Barros Schelotto humorously commented on the matter, suggesting that he was behind the stunt, adding a lighthearted twist to the situation.

Vélez Sarsfield has been relatively inactive in the transfer market compared to other clubs in the Liga Profesional, acquiring only Lucas Robertone, who returned to the club from Almería in Spain. Meanwhile, they suffered the loss of several key players such as Thiago Fernández, who left for Villarreal, Agustín Bouzat, who joined Houston Dynamo, and Maher Carrizo’s sale. This lack of activity in recruiting further amplified fans’ concerns, making the plane stunt not just a moment of comedic relief but also a sincere display of fans' anxiety over the team's current performance and future.

The humorous interaction between the fans' demonstration and Barros Schelotto's comment can be seen as a reflection of the current dynamics within Argentine football, where passionate fan engagement contrasts with clubs' often cautious approaches to recruitment. This incident may serve as a call to action for the club to consider their fans' sentiments more seriously, highlighting the delicate balance teams must maintain between management decisions and fan expectations as they navigate the competitive landscape of professional football.