A court confirmed on April 7 that Agustín Almendra must pay Boca Juniors a large sum for an outstanding debt from his time at the club.
The case centers on a loan granted by Boca Juniors to Almendra in 2019, which the player did not repay according to the court’s findings. The total amount ordered is $769,231 plus interest and legal costs, which exceeds one billion Argentine pesos.
Almendra, who most recently played for Racing Club, argued that the funds were part of a “special bonus.” However, the court rejected this defense and determined that it was a formal loan. The ruling states that Almendra must pay within a specified period once the decision becomes final. If he does not comply, enforcement measures such as asset seizures could follow.
This legal development follows previous tensions between Almendra and Boca Juniors. Their relationship ended in 2023 after several internal incidents led to his departure from the club and subsequent move elsewhere.
The outcome underscores ongoing disputes between players and clubs regarding financial agreements. Observers will be watching whether Almendra fulfills the payment or if further legal actions are required.
