Former Estudiantes coach Eduardo Domínguez hinted that there were feelers from River Plate following Marcelo Gallardo's resignation, but he stressed that his decision to take charge at Atlético Mineiro was already made and he never considered changing his career path. During his official presentation in Brazil, the coach explained how the negotiations unfolded during the succession process opened in Núñez, as reported by Noticias Argentinas Agency. The former Estudiantes technical director avoided confirming direct contacts with the Argentine club's management, but he did acknowledge that conversations may have taken place with his entourage. "When I spoke with the Mineiro president, they had already spoken with Estudiantes and they offered me a proposal that excites me from a sporting point of view. Whether they talked or not, it didn't interest me because my word was already given," the coach stated at a press conference. Domínguez emphasized that his choice was dictated exclusively by the sporting project and not by financial matters. As he explained, he prioritizes institutional structure, football planning, and the possibility of professional growth over any salary increase. "I am excited to go to a place because of the project. After that, what happened outside was left to my agent."
