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La Volpe and the message to 'El Turco' Mohamed that worries Toluca: 'I see you at Boca'
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La Volpe and the message to 'El Turco' Mohamed that worries Toluca: 'I see you at Boca'

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Context piece
  • Ricardo La Volpe shared a conversation with Antonio Mohamed, suggesting the coach might move to Boca Juniors.
  • Mohamed recently led Toluca to win the Concacaf Champions Cup, ending a 23-year drought.
  • Despite the title, Boca Juniors is reportedly interested in Mohamed due to their own Copa Libertadores failure.

Speculation is mounting around the future of Toluca's successful coach, Antonio Mohamed, following comments by former Mexican league manager Ricardo La Volpe. La Volpe revealed he spoke with Mohamed after Toluca's Concacaf Champions Cup victory and suggested the coach might be heading to the prestigious Argentine club Boca Juniors.

Mohamed, affectionately known as 'El Turco,' has revitalized Toluca, leading them to their first international title in 23 years and securing a spot in the upcoming Intercontinental Cup and the 2029 Club World Cup. His track record with various clubs has made him a sought-after figure, with Boca Juniors reportedly having him on their radar for some time.

Boca Juniors, having recently exited the Copa Libertadores, is facing significant pressure and is once again looking for a new manager. Mohamed's name has emerged as a primary candidate to take the helm at the Buenos Aires club.

La Volpe shared his conversation during an interview for the Argentine program "Acรก Hay Buen Fรบtbol." He stated, "After the Concacaf, I spoke with him, congratulated him on the title, and besides, as I worked at Televisa, I had seen him in the final with Tigres, but beyond the congratulations, I told him: 'Well, now I see you at Boca.'"

While Boca Juniors' interest in Mohamed is known, there have been no official confirmations of discussions between the coach and the club's board. Mohamed himself has expressed a desire to remain with Toluca and is reportedly already planning for the next season, focusing on strengthening the squad.

I spoke with him, congratulated him on the title, and besides, as I worked at Televisa, I had seen him in the final with Tigres, but beyond the congratulations, I told him: 'Well, now I see you at Boca.'

โ€” Ricardo La VolpeLa Volpe shared his conversation with Antonio Mohamed after Toluca's Concacaf Champions Cup win.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.