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Nández Confirms Riquelme’s Push for Boca Return as Saudi Deal Blocks Talks

The Uruguayan midfielder says Riquelme has been in touch, with any reunion stalled by his Saudi contract through 2027.

Overview

  • In an interview with Uruguay’s El Espectador, Nahitan Nández said Juan Román Riquelme contacted him and recently joked about him “vacationing in Arabia.”
  • Multiple Argentine outlets report there are no formal negotiations or a near-term agreement for Nández to rejoin Boca.
  • Nández is tied to a lucrative Al-Qadisiyah contract running to about mid-2027, identified as the main barrier to any move.
  • The 30-year-old previously played 67 matches for Boca from 2017 to 2019 and remains a fan favorite for his performances.
  • He says he stays in regular touch with Edinson Cavani and has expressed a desire to return to Boca or Peñarol when fully competitive.