Paolo Guerrero He was the big figure for LDU de Quito in their victory over Defensa y Justicia in the semi-finals of the Copa Sudamericana 2023. The Peruvian attacker scored two goals and put in a good performance. As a result, many racing fans criticized Fernando Gago for letting go of the “Predator” and preferring it Maximiliano Romero. In this note we will tell you more details about the Argentine footballer and compare the numbers of both strikers this season.
Who is Maximiliano Romero, the striker who replaced Paolo Guerrero in racing?
Maximiliano Romero He is a 24-year-old Argentine footballer who plays as a center forward. He is characterized by his great physical strength and his ability to put opposing defenders under pressure.
“Maxi” was formed in the minor divisions of Vélez Sarsfield, the club where he made his professional debut. In 2018 he was sold to PSV Eindhoven in the Netherlands for 10 million euros. However, he was not able to show his best level in this squad and only scored one goal.
The shooter came to Racing on loan in mid-2022 to ensure more continuity. This season he had to keep up Paolo Guerrero and Nicolás Reniero for a place in the starting team. However, for the coach Fernando GagoThe “Tigre” was the undisputed “9” of the academy, which is why he ultimately relegated the Peruvian shooter.
How many goals do Romero and Guerrero have in 2023?
This 2023 season Maximiliano Romero In 34 official games with the team’s jersey, he only scored seven goals. racing club. On his part Paolo Guerrero He scored six goals in 32 games: three with the Academy and three with LDU de Quito.