River Plate has begun negotiations to secure the return of Gonzalo Montiel, a move that aims to reinforce the team for the upcoming season. With the Copa Libertadores and the 2025 Club World Cup as primary objectives, the Millonario is confident in finalizing the return of the right-back who was a key player in their recent history.
Sevilla, Montiel's current club, is reportedly willing to let him go due to his limited participation this season. Since his return to Spain after a short spell at Nottingham Forest, the Argentine has barely seen minutes on the pitch, and the Andalusian club needs to trim their squad to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations, potentially facilitating his departure on favorable terms for the Argentine side.
River Plate dreams of Montiel's return
River's interest in Montiel is not new, but this time conditions seem to be aligning. Additionally, the player has already had direct contact with Marcelo Gallardo, who expressed his intention to have him as part of a team aiming to compete at the highest international level.
However, the return won't be easy. Sao Paulo and Monterrey are also in the race for the full-back, necessitating River to work swiftly and efficiently to close the deal. Montiel, 27 years old, would be a strategic reinforcement not only for his international experience but also for his familiarity with the club and his impact in crucial moments, like the historic penalty that secured the World Cup for Argentina in 2022.
The desire from Núñez is clear, and the upcoming weeks will be crucial in determining whether Montiel will don again the shirt in which he became a champion in Madrid.
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