Argentine striker Hernán Barcos has left FC Cajamarca and is looking for his last club before retirement. Aos 42 years old, the former Liga player from Quito has six months left to end his professional career in Ecuadorian football. Duas LigaPro teams have already expressed formal interest in signing him for the second round of the season.
Mushuc Runa presents first proposal
Mushuc Runa, known as “El Ponchito”, was one of the first clubs to move to sign Barcos. According to local press information from Ambato, the Ecuadorian club has already presented a formal proposal to the veteran striker. The financial operation does not represent an obstacle, considering that Barcos’s salary at FC Cajamarca was approximately US$8,000 per month, a value that can be matched by those interested in the Ecuadorian market.
Emelec enters the dispute for the Argentine’s services
Emelec, one of Equador’s biggest clubs, also positioned itself in the race to sign Hernán Barcos. Os Blues are looking to reinforce their attack after performances below expectations from their current attackers. The El Futbolero newspaper revealed that the Guayaquil institution sees Barcos as a quick and experienced solution for the offensive sector in this final stretch of the championship.
José Neris and Luca Klimowicz were unable to deliver the numbers expected by the club, making room for the arrival of a reinforcement. Barcos, even at an advanced age, still maintains consolidated experience in Ecuadorian professional football.
Contexto from Cajamarca output
Barcos’s career at FC Cajamarca came to an end after a period of experience at the Peruvian entity. The player wants to end his career in a dignified way, ideally in Ecuadorian football where he won titles and maintains a good reputation with the fans.
Conforme information from Peruvian vehicles, Barcos would not face difficulties in accepting salary offers similar to those he received in Cajamarca. Sua financial availability and willingness to continue competing make the operation viable for any interested club.
Próximos steps and perspectives
Negotiations are ongoing, with Mushuc Runa and Emelec competing for the attacker’s signature. The final decision on which club will rely on Barcos’s services will depend on factors such as the sports project, contract duration and conditions offered.
The arrival of a new coach at Emelec will also influence the definitions of reinforcements and planning for the second round. Barcos represents a viable option with low financial risk for any institution that hires him, considering his accumulated experience:
- Carreira consolidated in Ecuadorian football
- Conhecimento Deep Local Market
- Salário compatible with club budgets
- Disponibilidade immediate to act
- Seis months remaining on professional contract
The Argentine striker continues to await a response to the proposals presented. The second round of LigaPro is underway, and any new contract will need to be finalized in the coming days to allow adaptation and immediate participation in the competitions in dispute.
