Galván shines in River friendlies, eager to earn his place | OneFootball

Tomás Galván, who returned to River after four loan spells, is enjoying his opportunity at the start of 2026: he gained minutes in the two friendlies against Millonarios and Peñarol and made it clear that he wants to fight for a place in Marcelo Gallardo's team.

"I am very happy to return to the club and get some minutes. I see it as an opportunity. I am very happy to be back," stated the 25-year-old midfielder, who scored a penalty in the victory from the spot against Manya in Uruguay.

He also recalled his recent stints with Defensa y Justicia, Colón, Tigre, and Vélez. "I was away from the club for four years. It helped me gain experience, get minutes, and the feel of the First Division. Today I am happy to be back," he expressed in a conversation with ESPN after the match.

Finally, he revealed what Gallardo's instructions are. "It's what Marcelo asks of me: to break lines, to connect with the midfielders. Honestly, I feel very comfortable there. I've always played as an attacking midfielder or central midfielder," he said. And he concluded, hopeful:

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