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'They were all instrumental' - Almada reveals Di Maria and Otamendi's role in River Plate transfer

Thiago Almada has officially completed his high-profile return to Argentine football, joining River Plate in a deal that signals a massive shift in the South American market. The World Cup winner arrives as a marquee signing intended to revitalise a side currently navigating a challenging period under Eduardo Coudet.

Spain v Argentina: Final - FIFA World Cup 2026

'Fulfilling a dream' - River Plate sign Almada from Atleti in €20m deal

River Plate have completed the landmark signing of Thiago Almada from Atletico Madrid in a deal worth around €20m. The 25-year-old Argentina international signed his contract on Monday, committing his future to the Buenos Aires giants until December 2030 as they make a massive statement of intent both domestically and across South America.

Atletico Madrid, Almada to River Plate officially confirmed

The Argentina international returns home

'An unfulfilled promise' regarding the Club World Cup: the noose of outstanding debts tightens around Infantino's neck

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Romero blasted for 'terrible' decision to skip Spurs relegation decider

Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has been criticised after opting to fly back to Argentina rather than support his team-mates in their final-day Premier League relegation decider against Everton. The injured defender is travelling home to watch his boyhood club, Belgrano, in a historic championship decider against River Plate on Sunday instead of sitting in the stands at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.