Lautaro Rivero, a 22-year-old Argentinian center back for River Plate, is reportedly the subject of interest from Brighton & Hove Albion, Leeds United and West Ham United. He joined the club in January 2024 and his contract runs until the end of 2028. The defender has one cap for Argentina and has made 9 appearances in the Torneo Apertura this season, scoring 1 goal. His current Transfermarkt market value is €7.00m. In February 2026, it was reported that River Plate expected a sale for more than €30 million, and reports in early 2026 also cited a €100 million release clause. In July 2025, the club reportedly rejected a €3.5 million offer from Anderlecht.