Adam Bareiro, a 29-year-old Paraguayan striker, is on the verge of signing with Boca Juniors from Brazilian club Fortaleza as the Argentine team grapples with a scoring drought. Boca's striker crisis has deepened due to injuries among their front line, prompting them to take decisive action in the transfer market. Initially, Boca appeared to be shifting their focus toward Edwuin Cetré, but after enhancing their offer, they managed to secure Bareiro’s signing.

Bareiro, who previously played for River Plate but struggled to make an impact, has been a standout at San Lorenzo, showcasing the kind of form Boca hopes to harness to lift their attacking performance. Boca has negotiated the purchase of Bareiro for a total sum of 3 million dollars, acquiring full ownership of the player’s rights from Fortaleza. This is a crucial move, as Boca seeks a solution to their current scoring woes and aims to bolster their squad ahead of upcoming challenges.

With Bareiro set to arrive in Argentina shortly for a medical examination, the successful completion of this transfer is expected to provide Boca Juniors with renewed strength and depth in their attacking lineup. The swift conclusion of this deal is particularly important, given the looming registration deadlines for new players in the league, illustrating Boca's urgency to revitalize its squad amid growing pressures for on-field success.