✅ Boca Juniors secure first signing for Club World Cup | OneFootball

Marco Pellegrino underwent medical examinations this Sunday to join Miguel Ángel Russo's squad in the United States as soon as possible.

Boca Juniors is preparing for its trip to the United States to compete in the FIFA Club World Cup with a new reinforcement: Marco Pellegrino, a 22-year-old defender, arrives at 'Xeneize' as a player from AC Milan after a magnificent season at Huracán.

As reported by the club on its 'Esto es Boca' account, the former Platense, Salernitana 1919 and Independiente footballer, underwent medical studies today to sign his contract. "If no issues arise, he will become a Boca player," they communicated.

The Argentine press has reported that the agreement between Boca Juniors and AC Milan was set at a payment close to 3.5 million euros for 100% of his federative rights. Meanwhile, the Italian team will retain 20% of any future sale that exceeds the current transfer amount.

However, due to administrative times, Marco Pellegrino will not be able to travel with the squad to the United States this Sunday; although he is expected to join the delegation in the coming days.

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The team led by Miguel Ángel Russo will begin its preparation for the Club World Cup with a charter flight scheduled for this Sunday at 11 pm. Among the news from the list of summoned, the absences of Cristian Lema and Esteban Rolón stand out, who were not included in the coach's final roster.

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