River Plate's plan to rebuild their midfield

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21/04/26 19:00:00

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River Plate began to make moves in the market with an unusual clarity: Marcelo Gallardo wants a revolution in the midfield and has already conveyed his priorities to the board.

The coach, back and determined to rebuild his structure, requested two specific names to form a competitive double pivot for 2026: Santiago Ascacíbar and Fausto Vera, as reported by TNT Sports.

River Plate and Gallardo's plan for a new midfield

River Plate understands that the departure of Enzo Pérez left a tactical and emotional void that has not yet been filled. Gallardo, aware of that open wound, is pushing to add quality in an area he considers crucial. To achieve this, he sees Fausto Vera as an ideal piece for his intensity and ability to maintain the rhythm in highly demanding matches.

The former Argentinos Juniors player, sidelined at Atlético Mineiro, is considering a return to the country if negotiations progress. River Plate has already initiated formal contacts and is awaiting a response from the Brazilian club in the coming days. The operation won't be easy, but there is optimism at the Monumental due to the player's desire to become a protagonist again.

Marcelo Gallardo insists on Ascacíbar and boosts the project

Marcelo Gallardo also put forward the name of Santiago Ascacíbar, an option gaining strength within the club due to his contractual situation at Estudiantes. The midfielder is entering the last year of his contract, facilitating negotiations that seemed impossible months ago.

Ascacíbar has not hidden his interest in competing for titles again and, reportedly, has already listened to the coaching staff’s proposal for a complementary partnership with Fausto Vera. Club officials confirmed that the initial talks were positive, sparking optimism internally. River Plate sees Ascacíbar as an ideal player to strengthen the defensive phase and give the team a competitive profile that characterized Gallardo's best cycles.

The coach aims for a modern double pivot: aggressive, dynamic, and with quick reading abilities. He believes Ascacíbar can provide defensive pressure and Vera can bring balance in build-up play, a combination that, in his view, could restore the identity lost in recent tournaments. The board agrees with this assessment, understanding the need for high-profile reinforcements to support Gallardo's vision in a year filled with competitions.

River Plate evaluates alternatives and accelerates decisions

River Plate also considered the possibility of bringing back Aníbal Moreno, currently at Palmeiras, but his economic and contractual situation distances him from their radar. The Brazilian club demands high figures, and the player is not pushing for a transfer, so Gallardo urged to proceed directly with Santiago Ascacíbar and Fausto Vera. Within the club, there is a belief that securing both signings before the start of the preseason would assert dominance in the Argentine market. Initial negotiations are already setting a clear path. Both Ascacíbar and Vera are open to wearing the red and white jersey and competing for a spot in the starting eleven. Their profiles align with the reconstruction led by the coach, aimed at restoring intensity, organization, and character to the team.

The River Plate squad is moving swiftly, with a clear plan and the full support of Marcelo Gallardo in each decision. The arrival of Santiago Ascacíbar and Fausto Vera could completely transform the core of the team and rebuild a key area for collective performance. The club knows that its next competitive jump depends on reinforcing this sector, hence the rapid and resolute progress in negotiations.

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