Club Atlético River Plate is close to signing Lucas Beltran, but the player is resisting a return. The 25-year-old striker played in River Plate's academy and then joined Fiorentina in 2023 for €19.7m.
What happened with the transfer?
Fiorentina agreed to sell 50% of Beltran's contract to River Plate for €6m, but the player prefers to stay in Europe.
Why is it important for Club Atlético River Plate?
The addition of Beltran would be a significant boost for the team, which is looking to improve its position in the Liga Profesional Argentina.
What comes next?
River Plate will try to convince Beltran to return to the team, but the player seems determined to continue his career in Europe.
| Date | Team | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Fiorentina | ||
| 2025 | Valencia | 3 | 2 |
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