The transfer negotiations for Colombian forward Edwuin Cetré between Boca Juniors and Estudiantes de La Plata have taken an unexpected turn. Initially, it was anticipated that Cetré would be formally introduced to the Boca fans during a medical examination at the IMAX Diagnostic Center. However, on the scheduled day of his medical, Cetré was seen training with Estudiantes, raising questions about the status of the transfer. Boca's vice president, Juan Román Riquelme, pressurized the team’s strategy, initially coming to an agreement with both the player and Estudiantes but ultimately retracting, citing the need for further assessments regarding Cetré's knee health.

Cetré, who underwent knee surgery in 2018 while at Santos Laguna, has a noticeable scar on his right knee, a factor that was reportedly a concern for Athletico Paranaense, leading to their withdrawal from the negotiations earlier this month. With Boca now proposing a loan deal rather than a direct transfer, this has left many eyebrows raised about the stability of Cetré's condition and the financial implications of such a shift in the strategy. Boca Juniors' desire to secure Cetré faces potential delays, with the player likely to remain in Buenos Aires and participate in Estudiantes' upcoming crucial matches, including a classic against Platense.

The unfolding of this transfer saga highlights the complexities of player health assessments and their implications on negotiations within Argentine football. Fans remain anxious as questions linger over whether Boca will eventually secure Cetré or if they will pivot to other options as the transfer window progresses. This case demonstrates how precarious player negotiations can be, especially when health concerns complicate agreements that appear straightforward at first glance.