Fernando Gago is close to becoming the new head coach of Boca Juniors after reaching a verbal agreement with the Argentine club. According to various sources, negotiations are progressing well, and Boca appears to have the green light from the coach, who is willing to accept a salary reduction to fulfill his dream of managing the club where he played during his career.

Gago's decision comes at a crucial moment, as Boca Juniors seeks a replacement following the recent departure of Diego Martínez. Additionally, the Argentine club is prepared to pay the approximately one million dollar release clause for Gago with Chivas to finalize his signing in January. Despite Chivas' attempts to retain him until the end of the tournament, it seems the coach is determined to return to Argentina.

Gago signed with Chivas in December 2023, and although the Mexican club wanted to extend his contract until 2028, the Argentine coach has expressed a strong interest in returning to Boca. The Guadalajara team is also willing to facilitate his departure, provided that the conditions of his release clause are respected.

This agreement between Gago and Boca Juniors also includes the coach's willingness to accept a pay cut, demonstrating his commitment and eagerness to take on this challenge. Following his last match with Chivas, Gago is expected to be officially presented as Boca's new head coach.