🙏The big dream: Oso Martínez wants to wear the River shirt | OneFootball

Young footballer Joaquín “Oso” Martínez Gauna has sparked excitement in the River Plate world after confessing his biggest professional dream. Born in Spain to Argentine parents, Sevilla’s current left-back did not hide his passion for the club from Núñez.

Inherited passion and the dream of the Monumental

At 22, the defender has established himself in Europe, but his roots remain fully intact. In an interview with DSports Radio, he revealed how he experiences his love for the club from afar and his desire to step onto the pitch in the Núñez neighborhood.

“My dad always instilled in me a passion for the club. We always wake up at four in the morning to watch the matches here in Europe. One of my dreams is to play for River someday,” the wing-back confessed.

On Lionel Scaloni’s radar

Martínez’s excellent form in LaLiga has not gone unnoticed. Argentina national team head coach Lionel Scaloni has already praised him publicly and confirmed that he is among the young prospects being monitored as part of the generational transition. In response, “Oso” was emphatic: “I’ve always been clear that I wanted to play for Argentina. I feel Argentine, just as I always have.”

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