Tomás Belmonte to miss remainder of 2026 due to injury

Boca Juniors midfielder Tomás Belmonte will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2026 season following a meniscus injury. The injury occurred during a training session at the Boca Predio after a collision with a teammate.

Medical examinations confirmed that Belmonte requires surgery to repair the meniscus. He is expected to undergo the procedure shortly, with a recovery timeline that prevents him from returning to competition until the 2027 pre-season.

The loss represents a significant tactical setback for manager Rodolfo Arruabarrena, as Belmonte had become a key rotational player in the midfield, appearing in nine matches and scoring one goal. His absence leaves a gap in the squad's depth as the team approaches the decisive stages of its current tournaments.

In a potential reprieve for the squad, veteran midfielder Rodrigo Battaglia has been medically cleared and is expected to return to training soon to provide additional depth in the center of the pitch.