Racing negotiates for Matías Kranevitter to strengthen the midfield

Racing Club remains active in the transfer market and is already in advanced talks to sign Matías Kranevitter. The midfielder, with a past at River Plate and the Argentine National Team, is seen as a concrete option to strengthen the midfield of the team led by Juan Pablo Vojvoda.

The Tucuman native comes from a season at Fatih Karagümrük SK in Turkey, where he decided not to renew his contract after the team was relegated to the second division. With his contract in hand, Kranevitter returned to the country and is evaluating various proposals to define his immediate future.

The Academy has already confirmed the arrival of Ulises Ortegoza from Talleres de Córdoba and finalized the agreement with Uruguayan Alfonso Espino. Now, the injury of Alan Forneris has accelerated the search for a defensive midfielder. The coach requested reinforcements in that position, and Kranevitter's name has emerged as an interesting alternative.

The 32-year-old player has accumulated experience in Turkish football, where he played 26 matches, scored one goal, and logged several minutes in the Super League and the local Cup. His role as a central midfielder with the ability to recover balls positions him as a suitable profile to cover Forneris's absence.

His time in Turkey and recent history

Kranevitter began his stint with the Turkish team without many opportunities, but later earned a spot and became an important piece. However, the relegation of Fatih Karagümrük led him to decide not to continue. He returned to Argentina with the intention of continuing his career in local football.

Before his experience abroad, he had a second stint at River Plate. There, recurring injuries and the team's poor performance prevented him from performing at the expected level. Despite this, he retains the backing of his history as a former player of the Argentine National Team.

The management at Racing views his potential signing positively. One detail that could facilitate negotiations is that his brother Gastón went through the youth ranks at the Academy, creating an additional link with the club.

The rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament in Forneris's left knee that he suffered in May during the match against Estudiantes de La Plata in the Apertura Tournament left a significant gap in the midfield. The player will not be able to return to the field until next year, so Vojvoda needs quick solutions for the second half of the year.

Reinforcements and Racing's planning

With Ortegoza and Espino already secured, the arrival of Kranevitter would complete a more solid midfield. The Tucuman native stands out for his experience and ability to play in defensive positions, something the coach has expressly requested.

Negotiations are ongoing, and Racing aims to finalize the operation in the coming days. The midfielder, who has already heard offers, is considering the Academy's proposal as a chance to showcase his level in Argentine football again.