Javier Alarcón questions Cruz Azul for Erik Lira's absence from Joel Huiqui's squad selections
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Sports analyst Javier Alarcón has publicly questioned Cruz Azul regarding the absence of midfielder Erik Lira from the call-ups managed by Joel Huiqui. Lira's career has seen significant momentum following a standout performance with the Mexican national team at the 2026 World Cup, positioning him for a potential transfer to AS Mónaco as he awaits a formal agreement between club leadership and potential suitors.
Simultaneously, the Cruz Azul club management remains active in the transfer market for the Apertura 2026 Liga MX tournament. The team is currently pursuing the repatriation of 21-year-old former Necaxa player Heriberto Jurado to reinforce the champion squad ahead of their upcoming match against Necaxa.
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Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - LiraFocuses on Javier Alarcón's critique and Erik Lira's potential transfer to Europe.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - JuradoHighlights Cruz Azul's active transfer market strategy to repatriate Heriberto Jurado.
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