La Liga
Both Atlético de Madrid and Real Betis have started monitoring goalkeeper Santiago Beltrán, 21 years old, with the intention of assessing his potential incorporation in the short term. The transfer market for Atlético and Betis is focused on renewing their goalkeeping position.
Both LaLiga clubs are examining the development of the player from River Plate, who holds Italian nationality and has a release clause set at 21 million euros.

Santiago Beltrán's records at River Plate and European interest
The 21-year-old goalkeeper joined the first team of River Plate in January 2025 and has played 38 games this season, conceding 32 goals and keeping 15 clean sheets. His performance in South American football led to his debut for the Argentina national team on 1 occasion, setting his market value at 9.00 million euros on Transfermarkt.
Given the interest from European clubs, the management of the Buenos Aires club extended his professional contract until December 2027. In addition to the attention from Atlético de Madrid and Real Betis, Aston Villa, Benfica, and Manchester City are also gathering firsthand information about the goalkeeper.
Santiago Beltrán's advantage for squad planning
For Atlético de Madrid and Real Betis, the fact that the player holds an Italian passport is a key negotiation factor, as he would not count as a non-EU player in LaLiga squads. The sports management of Atletico is exploring future options for the goalkeeping position, while the Betis club is seeking a reliable alternative to strengthen their defense.
Although the release clause stands at 21 million euros, both boards estimate that River Plate will accept negotiating a percentage of the transfer for a figure close to his market value if the player himself pushes for a move to Europe.
The analysis departments of Atlético de Madrid and Real Betis will send scouts to observe crucial matches in the Argentine league during October and November 2026. Both entities plan to initiate informal discussions with Santiago Beltrán's agents in December 2026, before deciding whether to make a formal offer to River Plate at the beginning of 2027.
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