River Plate is going through decisive days in the transfer market, and one of the main focuses is the situation of defender Paulo Díaz. The Chilean footballer started 2024 in a difficult scenario: he has been sidelined by Marcelo Gallardo, not called up for recent matches, and there are clear signs that his cycle at Núñez might be coming to an end, despite having a valid contract and a high salary within the squad. Díaz's absence in the friendly against Millonarios was interpreted as a strong message from the technical staff. Internally, the idea is to find him an exit in this market or the next, as the coach does not project him within the defensive rotation. At 31, the Chilean is exploring alternatives that will allow him to continue playing, with destinations like the MLS, Mexico, or Brazil on his radar, although there are no formal offers on the table yet. The context is not simple for either party. River needs to free up salary mass and, eventually, open a spot to incorporate a new player, while the player evaluates not only the sporting aspect but also the family one, with a strong roots in Argentina. After six and a half years, over 200 matches, and multiple titles, the end of a historical era seems near, although the 'when' and 'how' are still undefined. Meanwhile, in Núñez, they are accelerating the search for reinforcements. After negotiations for Santino Andino and Maher Carrizo fell through, the 'Millionaire' tried to reactivate the operation, this time proposing to buy 50% of his pass, after the Portuguese club rejected a loan. However, the response was again negative: the 19-year-old winger has gained prominence in the Portuguese team and is, for now, not for sale.
