Allende Eyes San Lorenzo Move After Facing Them in Copa Argentina

As reported by TyC Sports, after going head-to-head with San Lorenzo in the Copa Argentina, Quilmes left-back Leandro Allende didn’t hide his ambition. The 28-year-old played the full 90 minutes, converted his penalty, and expressed his hopes post-match: “I’d like to take that step. I’ve worked for it since I arrived in Primera Nacional.”

Allende had been on the verge of becoming San Lorenzo’s first signing of the transfer window for a reported fee of 90 million pesos. However, negotiations stalled unexpectedly. According to reports, certain board members within the club voiced opposition to the deal once the details emerged, causing San Lorenzo to temporarily pull back from the move.

Despite the uncertainty, Allende remained composed throughout the build-up to the game. “I trained normally all week. I stayed calm. I didn’t speak with anyone from the club — my agent handles that, and he didn’t tell me anything,” he said after the match.

The former Chaco For Ever player continues to perform under the guidance of Aldo Duscher at Quilmes. But his solid showing against the very club pursuing him keeps the door open for a future transfer. Allende’s profile has risen steadily in the Primera Nacional, and his calm under pressure and consistent displays make him an attractive option for a club like San Lorenzo, still looking to reinforce its squad. For now, the move is on hold, but the player’s message is clear: he's ready for the next challenge.