River Plate President Claudio Chiqui Tapia Tried to Block Thiago Almada's Transfer to the Club. The 25-year-old player signed a contract with the club until 2030 and had his first training session under Eduardo Coudet.
What Happened?
According to reliable sources, Chiqui Tapia called Thiago Almada and suggested that he join Boca Juniors instead of River Plate. The president of the AFA has a great relationship with the president of Boca, Xeneize, and is a fan of the club from the River.
Why Does it Matter for River Plate?
The scandal at River Plate is a delicate matter. The club from Núñez proudly presented Thiago Almada, but the president of the AFA tried to block the transfer. This shows that there are tensions between the leaders of Argentine football.
What Comes Next?
River Plate must move forward with its plan to build a competitive team. The club has a contract with Thiago Almada until 2030 and must make the most of his talent. The relationship between the president of the AFA and the club from Núñez is a matter that must be resolved.
Currently, River Plate is in sixth place in the Liga Profesional Argentina with 22 points, 6 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses in 16 games. The club has a +5 goal difference and is 9 points behind the leaders Rosario Central. In the current season, River Plate has scored 20 goals and has received 15 in return.
