University of Sports has suffered two serious setbacks after winning the Liga 1 championship: the first was the departure of Jorge Fossati, who was about to become the new coach of the Peruvian team, and recently the departure of star Piero Quispe, who will be Jump abroad to defend the jersey of UNAM Cougars, from Mexico. In this way, the Merengue team not only has to think about the ideal replacement on the bench, but also about the enormous space left free by the 22-year-old midfielder. Below you can find out which players could take their place on the field.
Which footballers could replace Quispe in the “U”?
Horacio Calcaterra
The Uruguayan, nationalized Peruvian, was Quispe's natural replacement in the plan directed by Fossati. His experience and good foundation would make him a regular player for the “U” until 2024, so being in the starting line-up for 'Kalk' would not be new.
Horacio Calcaterra scored Universitario's second goal in the final against Alianza Lima. Photo: Professional Soccer League
Yuriel Celi
The 21-year-old footballer did not have a good season with the Merengue team. It was obvious that he was not well and his physique was not ideal. But he will have the opportunity to once again show the version of Cantolao and Carlos Mannucci with which he shone with his skills.
Yuriel Celi came to Universitario in 2023. Photo: La Republica
Jairo Concha
The Alianza Lima midfielder was one of those talked about in the Cream Store and U sports director Manuel Barreto said of him: “He is another interesting player, but I don't want to go into detail about any possible interest,” he mentioned for RPP. Concha has similar characteristics to Quispe and could be the one to take his place if a connection is made to Ate's team.
Jairo Concha has not yet renewed his contract with Alianza Lima. Photo: LR Composition