Fluminense has submitted a first offer for Independiente's 35-year-old Paraguayan forward, Gabriel Ávalos. The bid was for US$ 3 million, equivalent to about R$ 15 million. Ávalos became an alternative for the club after negotiations for Cuello of San Lorenzo became less active. The initial report of the negotiation was from journalist Germán Garcia Grova and was later confirmed by ge. Fluminense did not issue a statement on the subject when approached. The player has 21 caps and 2 goals for Paraguay. He joined Independiente in January 2024, and his contract runs until the end of 2026. In the current Torneo Apertura season, he has scored 3 goals and provided 2 assists in 6 appearances. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is €800k. Talleres Córdoba and Olimpia have also been linked with the player.