Armani’s future at River and the little-known clause in his contract | OneFootball

With Enzo Pérez, Milton Casco, and Ignacio Fernández no longer on the team, the captaincy of Marcelo Gallardo’s River will now be focused on a single name: Franco Armani. The “Pulpo” (Octopus), a multi-champion in Núñez, will take another step forward in the locker room and assume the role of group leader for the upcoming season, in which it is confirmed he will stay, even though there is a special clause in his contract, signed until December 2026.

“Franco is upset because he couldn’t win a title. He wants to keep winning at River,” his agent, Martín Araoz, made clear in a conversation with DSports Radio, putting to rest any rumors of uncertainty about his future, which had been fueled by the exodus of River’s key players.

But, in addition to that context, there is a contractual clause in his most recent renewal that also contributed to casting doubt over his continuity at 39 years old and after what Gallardo described as a “terrible” year for the team. What is it about? During the first half of January, a unilateral release clause is activated in case the goalkeeper—or the club—decides to move on.

It’s worth clarifying: although the possibility exists legally, it won’t happen, as Armani is happy in Núñez. According to his agent, that desire to retire at Atlético Nacional—which he once expressed—now seems distant: “I don’t see him playing in Colombia. It doesn’t depend only on him. Football is unpredictable, but for now I don’t see it. I see him doing well at River and he has a contract until December 2026.”

“In the future, I see him helping out at River. He could be a great support for all the club’s young players. I see him there, not as the head coach,” Araoz added regarding the Pulpo’s intentions once he decides to hang up his gloves.

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