The defender reaches his second relegation in Serie A, and another chance with Genoa seems on the horizon.
John Vasquez landed in Italy in 2021. After Genoa slipped to Serie B, he spent a season on loan with Cremonese. The club, known as the Grigiorossi, failed to stave off relegation, leaving the Mexican defender to weigh his options for the near future.
In recent weeks Cremonese appeared to be fighting to escape the drop, yet finishing nineteenth with just 24 points sealed their fate alongside Sampdoria and Hellas Verona.
Still, Vasquez has not had a dreamless season in Europe. In his second year abroad he registered 27 appearances across all competitions and even scored a goal — a clear indicator of meaningful growth in his professional trajectory.
That is why GOAL examines the possible paths for Vasquez in the 2023-24 season, exploring what might come next for a player who has already shown resilience in a competitive environment.
WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD FOR YOU?
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The reality is that Vasquez will not stay with Cremonese for the upcoming campaign. The player will likely report to Genoa, who have just earned promotion back to Serie A. It is important to note that his loan was for a year and the ownership of his contract remains tied to Genoa, one of the long-standing clubs in Italian football often nicknamed the Vecchio Balordo for their storied history.
With the club’s return to the top flight, everything points to the 24-year-old defender receiving another opportunity in Genoa. Yet, in recent weeks there have been whispers about teams in Mexico showing interest in Vásquez, given his roots and his growing reputation abroad.
At the moment, it is not clear which Mexican clubs would jump at the chance to bring him home, but his age and European experience give him a strong market. He is expected to be a target for several clubs during the summer window, as teams assess what he can bring in terms of leadership, versatility, and a proven track record at a high level of competition.
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