Transfer: Boca President Riquelme Hails Anselmino's Potential as Young Defender Joins Chelsea

Boca Juniors president Juan Roman Riquelme has praised the talent of young defender Aaron Anselmino, who has joined Chelsea this January, predicting a bright future for the player, including a potential call-up to the national team.

Boca Juniors president Juan Roman Riquelme has expressed his admiration for the rapid development of young defender Aaron Anselmino, who completed a move to Chelsea this January. Anselmino, who was previously on loan at Boca, was signed by Chelsea last season in a £15.6m deal.

Riquelme, a legendary figure in Argentine football, has hailed Anselmino's potential, stating: “He has developed a lot. He is on his way to being a great footballer.” The Boca president's praise is a testament to the youngster's impressive growth and his readiness to take on new challenges at Chelsea.

Riquelme also predicted a bright future for Anselmino at the international level, saying: “He is going to be a player for the national team. He is going to compete with the centre-backs.” As Anselmino begins his new chapter at Chelsea Enzo Maresca's squad, he will undoubtedly be eager to prove himself and justify Riquelme's lofty expectations.