This experience explains why, despite the optimism, River Plate prefers not to consider anything closed until they have the player's final acceptance. Meanwhile, Carrizo continues to train and play for Vélez with absolute normality, fulfilling his contract and accumulating minutes in the pre-season. Vélez and River have done their part and have the institutional agreement on track. In Núñez, they trust that the chance to compete for titles, the international exposure, and the growth the club offers will be strong arguments to attract the player. Another key point at this stage is the change of representation. The Núñez board, led by Stefano Di Carlo in the negotiations, presented a concrete proposal that made a strong impact in Liniers: a one-time payment for half of the player's economic rights, with no installments or deferred payments. The need for immediate income led the Vélez board to be much more receptive to River's offer, to the point that the agreement between the clubs is practically on track and is not the main obstacle to the deal. The focus is then on Carrizo and his entourage's decision. The case of Santino Andino is a recent example: River had reached a total agreement with Godoy Cruz, but the forward ended up prioritizing an offer from Panathinaikos in Greece, frustrating his move to Núñez. In Vélez's delicate economic context, this condition appears to be a determining factor for the club to view the transfer favorably. Unlike previous markets, when the 'Fortín's' position was inflexible and based exclusively on the buyout clause value, the scenario is different now. The ball, as so often happens, is on the player's side. River interprets this situation as a sign of professionalism and maintains the expectation that the sporting project can tip the scales. In this context, the Núñez band is trying to advance without public pressure, but with the clear intention of closing the deal in the short term to avoid the negotiation dragging on and turning into another transfer market saga. For now, the transfer remains open. Carrizo recently began working with agent Augusto Paraja, with whom he analyzes every possible scenario and defines the next steps of his career. And while in Núñez they await a positive response, Carrizo is calmly evaluating a decision that can mark a before and after in his professional career. In Argentine football, a phrase is often repeated that marks the outcome of this type of negotiation: 'the player ends up playing where he wants.' The left-sided winger, one of Vélez's biggest talents from the youth academy, knows his name is already on the radar of European teams and does not rule out waiting for an offer from the Old Continent before making the leap. In Liniers, they remember a recent precedent that generates some caution. However, the final decision still depends on the 19-year-old winger, who is considering waiting for an offer from Europe before deciding his future. River's interest in Carrizo has been growing for several weeks, but in recent days it has taken on a decisive character. And in this case, that maxim is being fulfilled to the letter. Buenos Aires, January 10 (NA) -- Right winger Maher Carrizo played several minutes this Saturday morning in Vélez's friendly against Midland while River accelerates to sign him. The 'Millionaire' offered around 6 million dollars net for 50% of his pass and considers the operation very advanced.
