Boca has a free path to sign Chimy Ávila

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12/03/26 21:00:00

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The future of Chimy Ávila has become one of the focal points of the winter market for Real Betis. The Argentine forward is not part of the sporting plans of the Betis club, and his departure in this month of January is a decision already accepted by all parties. However, what seemed like a simple operation has been getting more complicated as the days go by.

In Heliópolis, they are working against the clock to find a solution that will free up salary space and allow for squad adjustments, while the player awaits a decision that has been delayed by factors beyond both Betis and his closest circle.

The agreement with Getafe that never quite closed

For several days, Chimy Ávila's exit seemed to be heading towards Getafe. Real Betis had reached an agreement with the Madrid-based club to facilitate the departure of the Argentine forward, in an operation that satisfied all parties from a sporting perspective. The striker was keen on continuing to compete in LaLiga and Getafe found in him a combative forward profile that fit their style of play.

However, administrative problems of the Madrid-based club with LaLiga ended up blocking the operation. Economic limitations and adjustments required by the regulatory body prevented the signing from being formalized within the expected deadlines. As hours passed, the initial optimism gave way to uncertainty until, finally, the Getafe option completely cooled off.

Satriano changes the scenario, leaving Ávila hanging

The final outcome came when Getafe decided to close the signing of Martín Satriano. The Uruguayan forward will arrive on loan from Olympique de Lyon, an operation that addresses the offensive need of the Madrid club and leaves no room for Chimy Ávila's arrival.

This move has been an unexpected turn for Betis, which was counting on that departure to reorganize its winter planning. Today, the future of the Argentine forward is uncertain again, although Betis maintains the conviction that his departure will occur before the market closes. The priority is to find a destination that allows the deal to be finalized definitively and smoothly.

Boca Juniors emerges as the most viable option

With Getafe out of the picture, all eyes are now on Boca Juniors. The historic Argentine club has been monitoring Chimy Ávila's situation for some time and believes that his experience and competitive character could be an added value to the team. Additionally, the player himself would welcome a return to Argentine football at this stage of his career.

Getafe's exit from the competition has paved the way for Boca Juniors, which is now negotiating without direct competition. Significant progress could be made between the two entities in the coming days, as Betis is willing to be flexible with conditions in order to finalize the deal. If no new setback arises, everything points to Chimy Ávila ending his spell at Betis in January and embarking on a new adventure away from Heliópolis.

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