Boca Juniors captain Leandro Paredes has firmly rejected an approach from Italian heavyweights AC Milan during the open European transfer window. The 32-year-old World Cup winner immediately shut down any prospect of a return to Serie A, making it clear to the Rossoneri that his focus remains entirely on delivering silverware in Buenos Aires.
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.
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.
