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Thiago Almada Transfer from Atlético Madrid to River Plate
Globo.com reports that if Thiago Almada returns to South America, River Plate would be a strong competitor to Flamengo to sign him.
Globo.com reports that if Thiago Almada returns to South America, River Plate would be a strong competitor to Flamengo to sign him.
Speaking to ESPN Argentina, River Plate's president, Stefano Di Carlo, stated that Thiago Almada is one of several names being considered by the club, which is looking for multiple alternatives for the forward position. Di Carlo said that those names, along with many others, have been taken into consideration. He added that the names in circulation are accurate because the club's process of incorporating players to improve the situation sometimes involves overlapping multiple names for each position.
Speaking to ESPN Argentina, River Plate's president, Stefano Di Carlo, stated that Thiago Almada is one of several names being considered by the club, which is looking for multiple alternatives for the forward position. Di Carlo said that those names, along with many others, have been taken into consideration. He added that the names in circulation are accurate because the club's process of incorporating players to improve the situation sometimes involves overlapping multiple names for each position.
According to TYC, the president of River Plate has stated that the operation for Thiago Almada is very complex because the amount involved is very significant. He added that River should not be deterred by that amount, given the player's quality, potential, and resale value.
According to TYC, the president of River Plate has stated that the operation for Thiago Almada is very complex because the amount involved is very significant. He added that River should not be deterred by that amount, given the player's quality, potential, and resale value.
According to Diario Olé, a first official meeting took place between River Plate's management and Thiago Almada's entourage. The club's sporting director and Francescoli directly discussed the conditions for an arrival this summer with the Argentine midfielder and his representative. The report also states that River Plate is working internally on reorganizing its financial resources to make the transfer possible, although several parameters still need to be adjusted. The interest is now acknowledged by both sides. Thiago Almada has a contract with Atlético de Madrid until June 30, 2030.
According to Diario Olé, a first official meeting took place between River Plate's management and Thiago Almada's entourage. The club's sporting director and Francescoli directly discussed the conditions for an arrival this summer with the Argentine midfielder and his representative. The report also states that River Plate is working internally on reorganizing its financial resources to make the transfer possible, although several parameters still need to be adjusted. The interest is now acknowledged by both sides. Thiago Almada has a contract with Atlético de Madrid until June 30, 2030.
According to Olé, River Plate is interested in Atlético de Madrid midfielder Thiago Almada, with the interest being notable after the announcement of the Albiceleste squad. River Plate's coach, Eduardo Coudet, is determined to sign him. Atlético de Madrid are willing to negotiate his transfer for 20 million euros, in exchange for 50% of the rights acquired in July 2025 for 40 million euros. Additionally, the player's salary exceeds 3 million euros.
According to Olé, River Plate is interested in Atlético de Madrid midfielder Thiago Almada, with the interest being notable after the announcement of the Albiceleste squad. River Plate's coach, Eduardo Coudet, is determined to sign him. Atlético de Madrid are willing to negotiate his transfer for 20 million euros, in exchange for 50% of the rights acquired in July 2025 for 40 million euros. Additionally, the player's salary exceeds 3 million euros.
According to TYC, the River Plate board, led by Stefano Di Carlo, contacted Thiago Almada's representatives to inquire about his situation at Atletico Madrid and to ask if he wishes to return to Argentina. TYC also reported that six months ago, after Almada arrived at Atletico Madrid, Di Carlo called his representatives and was told that the player intended to stay at the club and in Europe. With the new transfer window approaching, the president of River Plate has made another call to ask about the World Cup winner, who reportedly intends to change clubs in the coming months. A response from Almada's agent has not yet been received. River Plate considers the transfer difficult, reasoning that Almada joined Atletico Madrid for a figure close to 40 million euros and the Spanish club will want to recover their investment.
According to TYC, the River Plate board, led by Stefano Di Carlo, contacted Thiago Almada's representatives to inquire about his situation at Atletico Madrid and to ask if he wishes to return to Argentina. TYC also reported that six months ago, after Almada arrived at Atletico Madrid, Di Carlo called his representatives and was told that the player intended to stay at the club and in Europe. With the new transfer window approaching, the president of River Plate has made another call to ask about the World Cup winner, who reportedly intends to change clubs in the coming months. A response from Almada's agent has not yet been received. River Plate considers the transfer difficult, reasoning that Almada joined Atletico Madrid for a figure close to 40 million euros and the Spanish club will want to recover their investment.
River Plate's new director of sporting, Pablo Longoria, has reportedly targeted 25-year-old Argentinian winger Thiago Almada. Longoria's intention is to bring Almada to the Buenos Aires club on loan, and a response from Atlético de Madrid is expected within two to three weeks. The player is said to be in a difficult situation at Atlético de Madrid, which he joined in July 2025.
River Plate's new director of sporting, Pablo Longoria, has reportedly targeted 25-year-old Argentinian winger Thiago Almada. Longoria's intention is to bring Almada to the Buenos Aires club on loan, and a response from Atlético de Madrid is expected within two to three weeks. The player is said to be in a difficult situation at Atlético de Madrid, which he joined in July 2025.
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