Léo Pereira, a central defender from Flamengo, was included on the list submitted by Fernando Gago to the Boca Juniors Football Council as a potential reinforcement for the 2025 season. At 28 years old, he is a regular starter, and his contract is set to expire in December 2027. Pereira is valued at 9 million dollars. Strengthening the defense is a priority for Boca. Pereira, having recently won the Copa do Brasil, has attracted the attention of Boca's management as an unexpected option from Brazil, among other familiar names being considered for the role.