São Paulo, with market boldness and speed, is close to signing left-back Iago Borduchi, surpassing Internacional and adding another key player to its squad.
The transfer market is heating up, and once again, São Paulo is demonstrating its agility and ambition. In a strategic move that surprised many, the São Paulo club is very close to securing the signing of left-back Iago Borduchi, currently with Bahia. The negotiation, which is heading towards a loan deal until the end of the season, represents a bold move that promises to further strengthen Dorival Júnior‘s squad, even amid financial challenges.
The most relevant aspect of this pursuit is how São Paulo “edged past” Internacional. The Porto Alegre club already had a verbal agreement in advanced stages with the player, but the intervention from São Paulo changed the course of the negotiation, highlighting São Paulo‘s ability to act quickly and attract talents in the national scene.
A Market Turnaround
The news, initially reported by journalist Vagner Martins and confirmed by Gazeta Esportiva, caused a stir. Internacional, which already saw Iago Borduchi wearing their colors, witnessed the unexpected shift. For São Paulo, the arrival of the 29-year-old full-back is seen as an important piece for the club’s ambitions, as they seek to reinforce their flanks.
A New Chapter for the Left Flank
The imminent signing of Iago Borduchi could signal significant changes on São Paulo‘s left side. There are speculations that the arrival of the new reinforcement might open the door for the departure of Enzo Díaz. The Argentine player’s camp is reportedly unhappy with delays in image rights payments, and the fact that Díaz was not included in the squad for the team’s recent games reinforces this possibility.
Fifth Reinforcement in a Busy Mid-Season
If confirmed, Iago‘s arrival will be São Paulo‘s fifth signing in this transfer window, demonstrating the club’s intense activity. The Tricolor has already announced players like forward Victor Sá, defensive midfielder Newton, and right-back Aurélio Buta, in addition to having a finalized agreement with Portuguese center-back Domingos Duarte. It’s a true package of reinforcements, targeting the decisive competitions of the season.
The “Transfer Ban” and Next Steps
One of the challenges São Paulo needs to manage is the active “transfer ban” from FIFA. The pending issue is due to the delayed payment of 1 million euros (approximately R$ 5.8 million) to Lazio, from Italy, for the signing of Marcos Antônio. Although the club can sign players, the registration of new athletes, such as Iago Borduchi, in the CBF and FIFA systems can only be done after settling this debt. A crucial detail that requires the board’s attention.
Iago Borduchi’s Career Path
Developed in Internacional‘s youth academy, Iago Borduchi had a stint in German football, playing for Augsburg starting in 2019. In 2024, he returned to Brazil to play for Bahia. This season, the 29-year-old full-back has scored one goal and provided one assist in 11 appearances, seven of which as a starter, numbers that qualify him for the challenge at Morumbi.
The potential arrival of Iago Borduchi at São Paulo is another exciting chapter in the transfer market, filled with turnarounds and ambitions. The São Paulo club’s move, surpassing Internacional, reinforces the club’s aggressive stance in the pursuit of talent, even amidst bureaucratic challenges. Dorival Júnior‘s team is preparing for a series of crucial games in the Campeonato Brasileiro, facing Grêmio on August 8th and Coritiba on August 15th. These matches will be the stage for the new signings to prove their worth and for São Paulo to continue on its path with “Raça, Amor e Paixão” (Grit, Love, and Passion). The São Paulo faithful eagerly await the official announcement, confident that each new piece is another step towards the glories the club so greatly seeks.
Credits: M360
