According to TYC, Maximiliano Salas was one of the first players that Eduardo Coudet indicated was not a priority, and it would be best for him to arrange a departure. If an interested club does not appear, two possibilities exist: contract termination or continuing with a salary reduction. The club president had anticipated that if neither is agreed, Maximiliano Salas will be separated to train apart from the rest of the squad.

According to TYC, Maximiliano Salas is among the players who might not remain at River Plate from July.

Fans directed disapproval towards Argentinian centre-forward Maximiliano Salas, who is 28 years old. It is described as uncertain how Maximiliano Salas's career will continue at River. It is stated that it would be reasonable for some players, including Maximiliano Salas, to seek a new club in the short term. Salas joined River Plate in July 2025 and has made 5 appearances in the Torneo Apertura for the 2025/2026 season, recording no goals and no assists. His contract is set to expire at the end of 2029, and his current Transfermarkt market value is €6.00m.