On Chacho’s radar: the wonderkid offered to River | OneFootball

River Plate’s transfer market keeps adding major alternatives. In the last few hours, the name of Álvaro Montoro, the 19-year-old gem currently playing for Botafogo in Brazil, was brought to the attention of the Núñez club’s board through his agent, opening the door to a possible return to Argentine football.

A departure forced by a financial crisis

The talented attacking midfielder, who came through Vélez Sarsfield’s youth academy, is seeking an early exit from the Rio de Janeiro side due to the severe financial problems affecting the Brazilian club. Botafogo, which is carrying debts with the Liniers club and facing disputes before FIFA, urgently needs to trim its squad to avoid harsh sporting sanctions.

The ideal profile for Coudet’s system

The possible signing of the youngster fits precisely into Eduardo Coudet’s tactical plans. “Chacho” is prioritizing the search for a creative midfielder who can provide attacking spark following Ian Subiabre’s sidelining.

Montoro, who played 52 matches in Brazil and recorded six goals and six assists, has remarkable versatility: he can operate as a classic playmaker or drift wide as a winger on either side of the attack.

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