Ex-Flamengo’s Viña on River Plate move: “It’s my first time…” | OneFootball

Loaned by Flamengo, Viña gave an interview in Argentina as a reinforcement for River Plate (ARG)

Out of Flamengo's plans for 2026, Matías Viña ended up being loaned to River Plate (ARG) until December. The player mentioned that he had never been so desired by a club, and for that reason, he did not hesitate to leave the Most Beloved to sign with the Buenos Aires team.

— I tell the fans that my commitment will not be lacking. River demands 100% dedication, and that means winning all the matches. It's the first time I feel that a team wants me with such eagerness. It was an easy decision —, said Viña, in an interview with ESPN Argentina.

Viña arrived with the status of a major reinforcement for River Plate this season. Additionally, the player hopes to gain momentum aiming for the World Cup in the middle of the year, with the Uruguayan National Team. At Flamengo, the left-back was the third option, behind Alex Sandro and Ayrton Lucas.

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Thus, the 28-year-old left-back was loaned to River Plate for one year. During this period, the Argentinians will pay 500 thousand dollars (R$ 2.7 million). If Viña plays at least 50% of the team's matches in the year, it will trigger the mandatory purchase clause for 5 million dollars (R$ 27 million).

It is important to highlight, however, that Flamengo paid approximately R$ 42.8 million to sign Viña from Roma (ITA) at the beginning of 2024. However, in August of the same year, the player suffered a severe knee injury that sidelined him for ten months and caused him to lose his place in the red-black squad.

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