Olimpia coach confirms squad is nearly complete, seeking left-back
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Olimpia's coach Pablo Sánchez confirmed the squad is nearly complete for the second half of the season, with a left-back being the only potential addition.
- Richard Ortiz and Tim Payne are now available after recovering from injuries, and the club will not sign another center forward.
- The team is well-formed with the current reinforcements, and Bryan Romero was signed as a center forward but can play other offensive roles.
Olimpia's coach Pablo "Vitamina" Sánchez expressed satisfaction with the team's squad for the upcoming second half of the season, though he acknowledged the club is still seeking a left-back. "The possibility of adding a left-back is latent. Hopefully, as soon as possible," Sánchez stated.
The coach explained that the squad was refined after player transfers and departures. He confirmed that reinforcements arrived according to the technical staff's analysis, leaving the team well-assembled. Sánchez also announced that both Richard Ortiz and Tim Payne have overcome their physical issues and are available for the season opener. "Richard is already available, and Tim is physically impeccable," he affirmed.
Regarding offensive reinforcements, Sánchez dismissed the need for another striker. "We are fine. With Thiago Caballero recovered, we believe we have four forwards to face all competitions," he said. He added that Bryan Romero was signed as a center forward but can eventually fill other offensive positions. The coach also highlighted the return of players who were on loan and are now seeking to earn a place in the team.
Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.