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Marcelo Saracchi

Discussion in 'Transfer Rumours' started by Notorious, Aug 23, 2025 at 5:11 PM.

Discuss Marcelo Saracchi in the Transfer Rumours area at TalkCeltic.net.

  1. mickcfc91

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    Some Galatasaray fans talking about him after he done his ACL in 2021 and would be available for free at the end of the season...

    "Saracchi, technically speaking, is really talented but I feel like his demeanor and lack of mental fortitude played a role in his past injuries. Poor work ethic and a big ego is not a good combination."

    "Wouldn’t mind having him back if I’m honest. His injuries are an issue but with a rotation of PvA and him it should be fine. He shouldn’t be a priority but definitely not against him coming in if we’ve got empty foreigner spots. Has a cheaper salary, knows the team and staff and is pretty * good on his day. Our issue committing to him was the price and injuries, I wouldn’t mind giving him a chance to properly recover and shorter contract."

    "Saracchi offensively was great, idk what you mean by he wasn't productive. His crosses and ability to get the ball to the strikers were unmatched since Riera era."

    Boca fans talking about his falling out with the manager...

    "Honestly, I think it's a shame the position Saracchi takes. This dude always performed okay, in my opinion, but he's clearly a hothead when it comes to being a starter. I see him as a full-back with attacking ability, crosses, goals, and quick recovery. Now, I get why Blanco is a starter and it's justified for the same reasons, but I think there's a dynamic between the two of them, and the fight for the starting spot is good. Honestly, Saracchi is one of the only substitutions that doesn't make me nervous these days; it's good competition and a constant measure with Blanco. They have to be able to calm him down and keep him, he's nowhere near the position that all those bloodsuckers are in. I see a thousand losers from tiny clubs asking for him for their club, and I get it, it's not easy to find a number 3 with his characteristics. It would be a big mistake if he leaves."

    "It's so weird how he became a starter and played well, then disappeared from the club and went to the reserves. But hey, that's Boca for ya, run by that circus act of Román and his legal team."

    "The best of these four. Good player, and Bielsa called him up regularly, but he's always just a little short. Let's keep him as a sub anyway."

    "I also think he's a good player to be a substitute and alternate with Blanco. Who knows what he'll think, and what Russo will evaluate. Maybe he knows they're going to bring in another player to replace Fabra and he won't play anymore."

    "I'd say he's had more good games than bad ones. He even scored some goals. The problem for me is that he's an idiot and doesn't want to be a substitute."

    Why are we trying to sign it seems a left-back back-up who it seems hates not playing and being a back-up? :56:
     
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    Get what you mean but any left back we sign is guaranteed at least 30 mins a match when KT is fit. If he's decent enough he'll start a lot of matches as well. Sounds like BR wants to rest Tierney as much as he can as well judging by a comments he's been making.
     
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    Close to being finalised according to their media

     
  6. Notorious Gold Member Gold Member

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    If Celtic accepts the purchase option proposed by Boca Juniors or an optionless loan, Marcelo Saracchi goes to the Scottish club.

    The first proposal was a loan with a low purchase option and Boca requested to raise the clause or directly to emigrate, on loan, without the possibility of buying it


     
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    Don't have a good feeling about this. He seems to have a questionable attitude
     
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    Im fine with this tbh, a player who was well rated prior, and he's coming in as back up.

    Obviously would prefer an option to buy, dont think a straight loan makes much sense for Boca.
     
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    Feel like I've seen this before. South American full back with a questionable attitude. Hmm...
     
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    Includes option supposedly.

     
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    Doesn't look the most powerful..

    Small and doesn’t get much purchase in his clearances by head or foot, and his crossing seems weak as well..

    Is this the best we could come up with? A loan from Argentina days before the end for a backup left back..

    Hmm......
     
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    Agreed. Other cons are he's a bit of a hot head with a questionable temperament and has injury troubles. Another issue is he is being brought in as a deputy to Tierney and he apparently is unhappy that he's not a starter at Boca.

    I don't think he gives us something Inamura won't.
     
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    Sounds ideal......not..
     
  16. Mr Shelby Moderator Moderator Gold Member

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    It's gonna be hard to convince some players to come here if they aren't outright first choice.

    Not overly excited by this but he's experienced enough and as cover probably makes sense for a season at least.
     
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    Just keep Inamura ffs
     
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    Think this is more in case KT gets injured rather than not trusting Inamura, doesn’t excite me but just back up anyway.
     
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    On the surface this guy seems like a walking red flag.
     
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    This lad was rubbish in Germany. Not sure if he’s come on since but don’t hold the highest hopes.