Chilean football clubs active in transfer market with key signings and rejects

Leandro Fernández officially returned to Defensa y Justicia, the Argentine club where he began his career, after a brief and controversial spell with Universidad de Chile. The club confirmed the move on social media on June 9, ending weeks of speculation about his next destination.

Universidad de Chile, seeking to strengthen its squad for the second half of the season, was linked with veteran goalkeeper Matías Dituro. Journalist Rodrigo Herrera dismissed the rumor, saying the club should prioritize younger players and that current keeper Gabriel Castellón remains the first choice.

Universidad de Concepción announced the loan acquisition of Paraguayan striker Fernando Romero from Sportivo Trinidense. The one‑year loan includes an option to purchase, with Cerro Porteño retaining 20 % of his rights. Romero arrived as the top scorer for his former club, netting seven goals in the first half of the season.