Athletic Bucaramanga is experiencing a historic moment after being crowned champion of Colombian football for the first time in its 75 years of existence after winning an exciting final against Independiente Santa Fe. The series was decided in a penalty shootout, where Bucaramanga won 6-5, despite having lost 3-2 in the return match, ending with a 3-3 aggregate.
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Now, the directives of the Santander team seeks to strengthen the squad and fill vacant positions to maintain the competitive level and defend their title, as well as start thinking about the 2025 Copa Libertadores.
Precisely, this week it was learned that Bucaramanga is strengthening its squad significantly, not only making up for the departure of some players like Emerson Córdoba, but also bringing reinforcements from big Colombian soccer teams.
Jaime Quintero, president of Atlético Bucaramanga, revealed on RCN Radio’s Planeta Fútbol that the leopard team is one step away from hiring three players from América, Junior and Independiente Medellín, which shows that they are incorporating players with experience and hierarchy in important clubs.
The new reinforcements of Bucaramanga
According to Quintero, the players who will arrive at Bucaramanga are Esneyder Mena, Daniel Londoño and Johan BocanegraThese names generate great expectations among fans and promise to bring quality to the team.
Esneyder Menaa winger who comes from América de Cali, is known for his speed and ability to break through. At 26 years old, Mena has proven to be a player who can make an impact and has a lot of offensive potential.
Daniel Londono, left back of DIM, will also join the ranks of Bucaramanga. Londoño stands out for his defensive solidity and ability to join the attack.
Johan Bocanegraa versatile midfielder who had few opportunities in Junior but who has a good career, is another of the new additions. Bocanegra, 24 years old, can play in various midfield positions, providing versatility to the team. “I’m really looking forward to arriving, there are still some details to be defined, hoping with God’s help that it can happen,” said Bocanegra about his imminent arrival in Bucaramanga.
“The thing about Esneyder Mena, Daniel Londoño and Johan Bocanegra is very close to becoming reality“Quintero said.
A striker of international stature
These players would be joined by a striker of international stature who comes from Europe. This is Andres Poncea 27-year-old Colombian-Venezuelan forward, who has had an outstanding career in Russian football.
Mariano Olsen, a journalist specializing in the Colombian football transfer market, revealed: “Bucaramanga manages the incorporation of the Venezuelan with a Colombian ID Andrés Ponce. The forward has just been promoted to the first division of Russia with FC Akron Tolyatti, where he fulfilled his contract with 18 goals in 57 games. In addition, he has performed in the Sub 15, 17, 20 and the absolute team of Venezuela.”
Bucaramanga’s strategy is not limited to the temporary hiring of these players. Jaime Quintero explained that they are looking to secure players for the long term.“I spoke with the team’s owner about the possibility of buying players from now on and not having the entire team on loan,” said the club president.
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With these moves in the transfer market, Atlético Bucaramanga is sending a clear message to the rest of the league: the Leopardos are here to stay and compete at the highest level. Next season promises to be exciting for Bucaramanga fans, who dream of seeing their team repeat the feat and continue writing golden pages in its history.
