Leandro Paredes Set for Emotional Return to Boca Juniors

Leandro Paredes is ready to return to Boca Juniors. The club has reached an agreement with AS Roma. After months of talks, the deal is worth up to €3.5 million with add-ons. Paredes will soon fly to Buenos Aires for his medical and signing. This marks a new phase with the club where he first became known.

A previous report confirmed that Boca Juniors will soon pay the €3.5 million release clause for Leandro Paredes.

HOW THE DEAL CAME TOGETHER

The transfer was completed after long talks between Boca Juniors and AS Roma. Both clubs agreed on a fixed fee under the €3.5 million release clause. With add-ons, it might reach the full amount. The 30-year-old midfielder, who played over 35 matches for Roma last season, has agreed to terms with Boca. Paredes is expected to fly to Argentina to finish his medical checks and the move. He returns to the club he left in 2014 after 31 appearances for them.

A previous report confirmed that Leandro Paredes played over 35 matches in Serie A for Roma in the 2024/25 season.

BOCA JUNIORS AND ROMA: CURRENT CONTEXT

Boca Juniors are rebuilding under new coach Fernando Gago. They aimed for a strong show in the 2025 Club World Cup but have been kicked out in the group stage. Paredes is seen as a key addition to their midfield. Boca recently failed to finish among the top two in the Argentine Primera División last season, yet they qualified for continental contests.

A previous report noted that Boca Juniors failed to finish among the top two in the Argentine Primera Division last season.

Meanwhile, Roma finished fifth in Serie A last season and is currently seeking to improve under new management.

A previous report indicates that AS Roma finished outside the Champions League spots last year.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR PAREDES AND BOCA

Paredes is expected to finish his medical in Buenos Aires. He is set to sign a deal lasting until December 2028, with options to extend it to 2029 or even 2030. He could debut in Boca’s next match against rivals San Lorenzo. Boca is currently four points behind third place in the standings. His arrival boosts Boca’s hopes both in league play. Roma will aim to find a midfield replacement with Leandro Paredes’ departure.

A previous report confirmed that AS Roma will need to reshuffle their midfield options with the departure of Leandro Paredes.