Tiago Nunes is well remembered in Peruvian football for his time with Sporting Cristal. Although he failed to win League 1, the coach left a good image and was immediately hired by the league Botafogo with the intention of winning the Brasileirao; However, this title was also difficult to achieve and he was only able to get the ticket for the Copa Libertadores 2024.
With its sights set on continental competition, “Fogao” began to establish itself in the transfer market and it was announced that the company was making a formal offer for one of Boca Juniors' figures.
According to journalist German García, the Brazilian team has put $8 million on the table for 80% of the transfer of midfielder Cristian Medina (21).
Botafogo offer for midfielder Cristian Medina. Photo: Twitter/German García.
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How did Tiago Nunes do at Sporting Cristal?
By order of Tiago Nunes, Sporty Cristal They remained in third place in the first division and secured a place in the qualifying phase of the Copa Libertadores. At international level, the Rimenses reached the playoffs of the Copa Sudamericana.
Tiago Nunes joined Sporting Cristal in 2023. Photo: Sporting Cristal.
Botafogo in the Copa Libertadores
Tiago Nunes' team qualified for phase 2 of the Copa Libertadores 2023. This means that Botafogo will face the winner of the Melgar vs. Twilight series; If they manage to advance, they will have to face another instance to advance to the group stage.
Matches of Phase 2 of the Copa Libertadores. Photo: Conmebol.