Rodrigo Garro approaches Boca Juniors after ultimatum, Corinthians risks losing midfield
Argentine club intensifies talks with the midfielder as Corinthians brace for possible exit in transfer window
Rodrigo Garro could be on the verge of leaving Corinthians as negotiations with Boca Juniors intensify, according to reports from Brazilian outlet RTI Esportes. The Argentine club has been in direct contact with the 26-year-old midfielder for over two weeks and reportedly issued an ultimatum regarding his decision.
The move, if completed, would mark a significant loss for Corinthians, especially after the club recently beat Palmeiras 1-0 in the Copa do Brasil, powered by the returning ‘GYM’ trio Garro, Yuri Alberto, and Memphis Depay. Together, the trio boasts a 72% win rate, making Garro’s potential departure even more critical.
Riquelme Leads Aggressive Pursuit to Lure Garro to La Bombonera
Boca Juniors, under the direction of club legend Juan Román Riquelme, is said to be making a compelling pitch to Garro not with a higher salary, but with promises of stardom and leadership. The Argentine giants want to position him as the face of their midfield alongside Leandro Paredes and even above veterans like Edinson Cavani.
Though Boca may not match Garro’s current wages at Corinthians, the project presented is reportedly built around giving him the central role in a new team identity, with Riquelme personally handling negotiations.
Contract and Value: Corinthians Set High Bar, But Player’s Will Could Decide
Garro is under contract with Corinthians until December 2028 and has a release clause valued at €100 million. Despite modest numbers in 2025 1 goal and 2 assists in 18 appearances he remains a key figure in António Oliveira’s midfield structure.
While Corinthians have not received an official bid yet, the situation is developing quickly, especially as the São Paulo club looks to sell players in this mid-year transfer window. Sources suggest the final decision is now entirely in Garro’s hands after Boca’s ‘now-or-never’ stance.
Corinthians at Crossroads as Midfield Faces Shakeup
The Brazilian side is already preparing for potential exits amid financial pressure and the need to reshape its squad. With Depay declining an offer from Besiktas and Yuri Alberto renewing his deal, Garro remains the most likely of the trio to depart in the coming weeks.
If the Argentine midfielder accepts Boca’s vision, Corinthians will face the task of replacing a dynamic playmaker whose presence has been vital, even if not statistically overwhelming.
