A near‑miss for the 2027 Copa Libertadores could cripple Liga de Quito’s finances. Can the club survive a looming snub?
Among the foreigners, Gian Franco Allala, Marcelo Weigandt and Lucas Rodríguez are likely targets for departure. The full‑back has been one of Gustavo Álvarez’s weakest links.
Domestically, Janner Corozo draws heavy fire after Liga de Quito shelled a million dollars to Barcelona SC for him. Luis Segovia and Sebastián González have also failed to meet expectations.
The exit list would also feature Gabriel Villamil and striker Deyverson. The Brazilian forward commands roughly $75,000 a month yet has netted fewer than ten goals this season.
With Libertadores qualification hanging by a thread, Álvarez must trim the roster and hunt for affordable reinforcements under a tightened budget.
Liga de Quito’s 2026 signings.
The club officially listed Alejandro Tobar, Jesús Pretell, Janner Corozo, Yerli Quiñónez, Deyverson, Kevin Velasco, Frangoy Zambrano, Luis Segovia, Lucas Rodríguez and Marcelo Weigandt among its new signings.
Gustavo Álvarez, head coach of Liga de Quito.
In brief.
- A looming Libertadores miss has set off alarm bells, forcing the board to plot a drastic budget cut and a sweeping squad overhaul.
- The foreign quota will be cleared as Allala, Weigandt, Rodríguez and Villamil head for the exit door, joined by Deyverson whose $75,000‑monthly wage and scant scoring have worn thin the club’s patience.
- Local players also face the axe; Corozo’s $1 million price tag, Segovia and González’s under‑performance leave little room for luxury. In my view, Álvarez must rebuild with austerity at the core. Will the revamped squad surprise rivals next season?