Strong rumors persist that the central topic of the meeting was the possibility of implementing Sports Limited Companies (SAS) in Argentine Football.
On Wednesday afternoon, former footballer Sergio “Kun” Agüero met at the Casa Rosada with presidential assistant Santiago Caputo, although details of the meeting were not disclosed. Nevertheless, all indications suggest that the topic concerned the initiative to introduce Sports Anonymous Companies (SAS) into Argentine football.
According to Noticias Argentinas, the former athlete, who is currently a streamer, entered Caputo’s office around 5:30 p.m. and left about 40 minutes later, avoiding contact with journalists.
This connection with politics is not a recent phenomenon. A few hours before his meeting with Caputo, Agüero was seen alongside Juliana Santillán, a libertarian deputy. “¡Free Football! SAS,” tweeted the libertarian, accompanied by a photo with the former footballer. This act reaffirmed suspicions that discussions were focused on pathways to acceptance of SAS in sport.
However, the push for the SAS faces several detractors. Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia, president of the AFA, along with the majority of Argentine clubs, strongly oppose any corporate interference, arguing that it could jeopardize the legitimate control that clubs historically exercise. In this exchange of opinions, voices are polarized between those who see the SAS as an opportunity for economic and organizational progress and those who fear excessive commercialization which could betray the roots of national football.
Finally, Sergio Agüero concluded his day with a meeting with Guillermo Tofoni, head of World Eleven, a company sanctioned by FIFA. This latest meeting fuels speculation about strategic alliances in a context of structural changes. Tofoni, known for organizing high-profile friendlies, could play a key role in any substantial changes resulting from the possible reforms.
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