Buenos Aires, May 30, 2026. — What began as an old desire of the fans and the leadership has ended up transforming into a reality that completely shakes the local transfer market. River Plate made official through its communication channels the hiring of Nicolas Otamendithus adding another Qatar 2022 world champion to Argentine football.
Although the announcement ignited the madness of millionaire fans, the arrival of the experienced central defender will not be immediate: as confirmed by the club itself, «El General» will wear the red sash after the end of the World Cupthus guaranteeing his presence at the biggest football event before moving permanently to Núñez.
Experience and leadership for the millionaire fund
At 38 years old, and with an intact validity in European football

elite, the footballer who emerged in Vélez Sarsfield and with a memorable time at Manchester City and Benfica decided that it is time to fulfill his desire to play for the club of his loves.
River’s leadership is betting heavily on this signing, seeking not only to make an emotional impact, but also to provide a share of leadership, commanding voice and indisputable international hierarchy to face the commitments at the local level and the Copa Libertadores.
It is expected that once the World Cup commitment with the Argentine National Team is concluded, the defender will travel to the country to undergo the corresponding medical examination, sign his contract and immediately place himself under the orders of the coaching staff. Without a doubt, one of the most important transfers in recent years for the River Plate area.
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