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Guillermo Ochoa could leave Salernitana in summer: Where could Mexico international play next?

Guillermo Ochoais reportedly unhappy with his new role as Salernitana's backup goalkeeper and is actively seeking a transfer. Will he continue in Europe or go back to Mexico again? Take a look at his options for the future.

Guillermo Ochoa of Salernitana
© Francesco Pecoraro/Getty ImagesGuillermo Ochoa of Salernitana

Guillermo Ochoa performed well at theQatar 2022 World Cup, and it led to hisreturn to Europe, where he now plays for Serie A club Salernitana. The 37-year-old had a huge effect right away after joining the team during the winter transfer window, and he even earned multiple Man of the Match accolades in his first few games.

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The Italian side had to act quickly to replace injured starting goalkeeper Luigi Pepe with the Mexico national team’s star goalie, so they signed the player during the World Cup break. The ex-veteran of Club America has even beenrecognized as one of the top performers for Salernitana every game despite letting in 17 goals in sixoutings.

Sadly for Ochoa, Pepe has returned from injury, and head coach Davide Nicole opteddecided to bench the El Tri shot-stopper for the two previous games until Matchday 24.It has nowfueled speculation that Ochoa is aiming to leave at the conclusion of the season after realizing he won’t get many playing opportunities.

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Which club couldGuillermo Ochoa move to?

As it stands, Guillermo Ochoa could be stayingin Serie A for the next season.Currently, it’s being said that the veteran’swillingness to serve as the backup goalkeeper makes him a desirable candidate for Milanclubs,AC Milan and Internazionale.

TuttoSalernitana.com claim that the current Italian champions havetaken the initiative by offering Ochoa a one-year contract with an additional year and asalarythat is better than his present income. The Rossoneri are still searching for a successor for Mike Maignan, and Ciprian Tatarusanu has not shown to be a dependable choice.

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To counteract this, Inter are contemplating making an offer for the Salernitana aceas they look for an experienced successor for Samir Handanovic. When the Slovenian’s contract ends this summer, the Nerazzurriwill need to find a replacement and are considering the Mexicanas a possible backup for Andre Onana.

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