Forward Sebastián Driussi, with his latest stint at Austin in the United States, has been inactive for a long period and has started getting back in shape at River Plate to earn a starting position. Driussi did not participate in preseason, so the last weeks of training have been crucial to be part of the squad for the match against Instituto. In his second spell at the club, Driussi feels pressured to have a great tournament as River had to pay a sum of ten million dollars for 100% of his rights, making it the club's most expensive acquisition.
The news of his return excited River fans, who eagerly await the player to gain minutes this Wednesday against Instituto. On the other hand, right-back Fabricio Bustos also returned to the list of players after overcoming his physical difficulties and is ready to compete for a spot in the team with Gonzalo Montiel. In contrast, Rodrigo Villagra and Gonzalo Martínez are still unavailable for selection, despite the former having received medical clearance.
Gonzalo Martínez still needs a few more days of recovery before being back under Marcelo Gallardo's orders. River will face Instituto on Wednesday at 21:30 at Estadio Monumental, in the second round of the Liga Profesional de Fútbol. Marcelo Gallardo surprised by including Sebastián Driussi in the squad list for the match.
After the 1-1 draw against Platense, where Matías Rojas scored the equalizer, River will seek to obtain a victory in front of their fans. Despite several uncertainties, Driussi's confirmation in the squad suggests he may get minutes in the upcoming match against Instituto.
