River Plate has made significant strides in pursuing Thiago Almada, the Argentine international currently playing for Atlético de Madrid. The club is eager to secure his services, willing to invest around 20 million euros for 50% of his rights, which belong to Atlético. Almada, who had a season below expectations, is now a priority for River as they gear up for a crucial second half of the year.

Santiago Beltrán, following River's recent draw against Flamengo, revealed that coach Coudet has expressed a strong interest in Almada. The player has reportedly agreed to terms within the salary range he desires, but the finalization of the transfer will have to wait. Both Almada and Atlético Madrid prefer to hold off on any commitments until after the 2026 World Cup, hoping to attract better offers, particularly from European clubs.

In recent days, there have been inquiries from the Premier League and notable Brazilian teams regarding Almada's availability. Additionally, Al-Ahli from Saudi Arabia has entered the mix with an enticing financial proposal. Almada's performance in the last season saw him participate in 40 official matches, scoring four goals and providing three assists, but he did not secure any titles.

As River Plate continues to strengthen its squad with new signings, the club remains optimistic about bringing Almada on board, hoping he can contribute significantly to their ambitions in the upcoming season.