Leonel Flores rises with Boca Juniors and Argentina national team

Nineteen-year-old footballer Leonel Flores has experienced a rapid rise in his professional career, marked by significant performances for both Boca Juniors and the Argentina national team.

Flores recently scored two goals in a 3-0 victory for Boca Juniors against Unión. His recent schedule included a debut for the Argentina national team in a match against Bolivia, followed by appearances in friendlies against Burkina Faso and Benin. During the match against Benin, Flores shared the pitch with Lionel Messi, noting that it was a “privilege” to participate in the captain's farewell.

Due to his rising profile, Flores has been promoted to the Boca Juniors first team. Reports indicate he has a release clause of 20 million dollars, amid interest from clubs in Spain, Italy, and the United Kingdom. Flores expressed satisfaction with his current momentum, stating he possesses the energy to continue playing despite the dense schedule.