Lautaro Blanco Rejoins Elche after Argentina Training Camp
Lautaro Blanco is set to rejoin Elche CF this Wednesday following a concentration with the Argentina national team. The left back had a brief break that felt almost like a dream at times, but his attention has clearly shifted back to his club. After a week together with teammates who share the same goal, Blanco is focused on resuming his duties with Elche and proving his readiness to contribute at the highest level. His experience with the national team, full of high expectations and the presence of world champions and idols such as Lionel Messi, adds another layer to his growing confidence. Although he did not debut in the recent window, the potential remains strong as he continues to push for minutes with Elche.
Elche, like many clubs listening to national team duties, watched as the Argentine squad prepared for their clashes. Among the players involved in the recent cycle were several promising young talents, including Blanco, who has shown steady progress under the watchful eye of Lionel Scaloni since the coach began naming his squads. The experience Blanco gained on the international stage has underscored his value to Elche, and the team remains hopeful about his ongoing development and future contributions.
Lautaro Blanco Won’t Debut with Argentina
The situation surrounding Blanco’s international debut remains unchanged a few days after the latest call-up. A sense of anticipation persists, but the path to securing minutes for the national team is still about proving consistency at the club level first. Blanco’s time with Argentina hinges on his ability to deliver solid performances while representing Elche on the field. The coaching staff’s familiarity with him from Argentine football remains an asset, especially as he continues to refine his position at left back.
Beccacece, the current Elche head coach, faces a practical challenge: Blanco needs to rediscover match readiness after limited recent training. There is no immediate expectation of a breakthrough in the next game against Barcelona, but Blanco remains on the radar for future matches as he regains form under the Spanish club’s rhythm and the coaching staff’s guidance. The possibility of him being called up again for international duties will depend on his club performances and his ability to integrate quickly with the national team setup.
In the wider squad picture, Blanco’s return brings the manager’s tally to twenty-one players before the visit to the Catalans. The club continues to assess players who can cover multiple roles on the pitch, especially in defense where versatility is prized. There is also the question of Lisandro Magallán, who has had a recent spell away from the group due to a hamstring issue. He has begun light training again, but the ultimate decision on his involvement will be made only as late as possible to protect his fitness. The staff is carefully balancing risk and opportunity as they prepare for upcoming fixtures and possible squad adjustments.
Four secured roles
Beccacece confirmed four guaranteed positions in the squad, with two already determined by disciplinary considerations. Lucas Boyé missed the most recent game against Barcelona due to a suspension carried by five yellow cards accumulated in the competition. Pape Sheikh faced a separate sanction that extended his ban to the fourth match after an incident with the fourth official in a game against Betis. Those decisions shape how the roster will look for the next fixtures, and the coaching staff is not shifting away from the plan. Blanco’s inclusion in future discussions about the lineup depends on his ongoing readiness and form.
Other squad members faced different challenges. Enzo RoCo has not yet trained with the group because of a muscle injury in the right leg contracted during the Valladolid match two days earlier. Randy Ntekawa dealt with an adductor issue and has also not been training with the main squad recently. The current call-ups include Alex Collado and John Chetauya, both of whom have injury histories that kept them out for extended periods. The team’s focus remains on unity and recovery, aiming to restore full squad strength in the weeks ahead.
Beccacece has managed to keep the group cohesive with twenty-one players while Magallán’s situation continues to shape the final selection. The head coach has also had the chance to work with several grassroots players who trained with the first team during his initial period, allowing him to gauge depth and potential options for the upcoming schedule. In this approach, the manager builds a flexible roster capable of adapting to different tactical needs and competition contexts. The overall plan prioritizes depth and readiness, ensuring the squad can respond quickly to injuries or suspensions while maintaining competitive intensity across all competitions.