Marcelo Gallardo he doesn’t stop diagramming River who will seek to conquer the Libertadores Cup and the Club World Cup in 2025 and that is why it points to renowned figures who rank the team. Nicolas Tagliaficoworld champion and two-time American champion with the Argentine National Team, appears as one of the main options to strengthen the team.
The current Olympique Lyon player fits perfectly into the profile of hierarchy and experience that the coach considers essential to face the challenges of next year, even with other illustrious surnames both in the club and in the Argentine National Team.
The contractual and financial situation of the French club could facilitate the arrival of the left-back, since it is going through a deep economic crisis, with a debt close to 500 million euros. This has led John Textor, owner of the team, to plan the sale of several important players to clean up finances.
Tagliafico, whose contract ends in mid-2025, could be one of the players transferred. Even starting in January, He would be in a position to sign a pre-contract with another club and arrive at Núñez on a free basis in June.
The winger played 82 games for Lyon, in which he scored six goals and gave seven assists. During the last semester he started most of the matches in the French League. His competitive level and experience make him a luxury reinforcement for River, which is looking for players in physical and football form.
Although the player’s priority would be to continue in Europe, those around him do not rule out a return to South American football. And the Millionaire, with his ambitious project and the opportunity to play in the Club World Cup, could be an attractive option.
In addition, the club already has recent experience in incorporating world champion players, such as German Pezzella and Marcos Acuñawho arrived in the last transfer market.
The recurring injuries of the “Huevo” raise doubts about his ability to face a demanding schedule with multiple competitions, while Milton Casco seems to have lost prominence and is emerging as a substitute. Enzo Díaz, who is recovering from inguinal hernia surgery, will not be taken into account and a transfer will be sought.
With the possible incorporation of Tagliafico, River would add its third world champion in the Gallardo cycle, reaffirming its commitment to elite players. This movement also reflects the coach’s predilection for players from Ariel Holan’s Independiente that shone in 2018.
From that team, Gallardo has already incorporated players like Maxi Meza, Fabricio Bustos and previously Esequiel Barco.
Source: Ambito
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