Colo Barco would be chosen as Tagliafico's successor in the National Team: "I like what he does"

Valentín Colo Barco 's future with the Argentine national team looks increasingly promising. Despite some difficulties in his arrival to European football, the youngster is finding consistency at Racing de Strasbourg , which increases his chances of being called up again by Lionel Scaloni .

In this context, Nicolás Tagliafico , current owner of the left back position in the Albiceleste, was asked about the players who could take his place in the future, and he did not hesitate to propose Colo Barco as one of the main options.

In an interview with Infobae , the Olympique Lyon player highlighted the lack of trained full-backs in Argentine football and pointed to two youngsters as the most capable of taking his place in the future.

«Today I think it is difficult to develop players on the wings. Before, if a player was skilled they would move him up, and if he was more defensive, they would play him as a centre-back. The wing-back was not given so much importance and today they are used a lot. Any kids I like for the future?

Soler, who has now come to Europe. And also 'Colo' (Barco), who alternates between the side and more offensive positions," said Tagliafico, making it clear that he closely follows the development of the former Boca player , as well as other compatriots and more so if they play the same position.

Since his arrival in France, Colo Barco has had more continuity than at Brighton , the club that loaned him out until the end of the season . His contract with Racing de Strasbourg includes a purchase obligation of 10 million euros , which will be activated if he meets certain sporting objectives.

This stability could be key for Scaloni to consider him in future call-ups, since the coach has made it clear that he prioritizes players with continuity in their clubs.

While confirmation of the Finalissima against Spain is still awaited, the main objective of the Albiceleste in 2025 is to secure their qualification for the 2026 World Cup . The next matches in the Qualifiers will be in March , when Argentina will face Uruguay as a visitor and then host Brazil , possibly at the Estadio Monumental . The final rounds will be played in June and September, where South America's qualifiers for the next World Cup will be defined.