Hot Aguero in centre of transfer tug-of-war
PETALING JAYA: Sergio Aguero's name is generating considerable buzz as the Malaysian football transfer window officially swings open.
The 31-year-old naturalised Argentinian, who impressed with Pahang last season and turned heads with a stellar outing for the Asean All-Stars in their shock 1-0 win over Manchester United last month, finds himself at the centre of a transfer tug-of-war.
Brunei's official website boldly claimed they were close to securing his signature.
But Aguero was quick to set the record straight, saying nothing has been signed yet.
'I haven't put pen to paper,' he clarified.
'There are several offers from Super League clubs and also Indonesia, and I'm still weighing my options. Once the window opens, I will decide but for now, I am focused on staying in peak condition before joining any team for pre-season.'
Aguero, a creative force in midfield, is currently training intensely with a personal coach, determined to hit the ground running wherever he ends up.
'I am preparing very hard. The season ahead will be long and demanding, as always. I want to give 100% for whichever team I represent,' he said.
'I will have to make a decision soon since most clubs are finalising their squads. I have had some offers but I'm still thinking it through.'
The decision isn't just about which club suit him best but it's also about reigniting his international ambitions.
Aguero is eyeing a return to the Harimau Malaya squad and is keen to play a part in the 2027 Asian Cup third-round qualifiers.
But the path back into the national fold won't be easy.
The competition for playmaking roles has intensified under head coach Peter Cklamovski, especially with the emergence of several mixed-heritage talents.
Currently, the likes of Endrick Dos Santos, Imanol Machuca, and Nazmi Faiz Mansor are ahead in the pecking order.
Still, Aguero isn't one to shy away from a challenge.
'Of course, I will work even harder than before. I want to be the best version of myself and earn that call-up again,' he said with conviction.
'Yes, the new names in the team are very good but I believe in myself and what I can offer on the field. I always have hope.'
With clubs circling and ambition burning bright, Aguero's next move could well shape not just his club future but his international redemption story too.
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