River Plate confirmed the arrival of midfielder Thiago Almada to its squad. The 25-year-old Argentine player has signed a deal with the club that extends until 2030 and has been officially unveiled as the latest addition to the squad. Previously, Almada played for Atlético de Madrid and also aroused interest from Flamengo during the transfer period.
River Plate announced the agreement with the athlete through social media on August 8, 2026. On August 10, 2026, the Argentine club published photos of the player alongside president Stefano Di Carlo and other directors, during the signing of the four-year contract.
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The acquisition of Almada symbolizes a new financial contribution from River Plate in this transfer window. The midfielder joins the Argentine team for an estimated fee of 20 million euros, equivalent to approximately 128 million reais, as reported by the Spanish press.
A graduate of Vélez Sarsfield’s youth teams, Thiago Almada consolidated his career on the international football scene before catching the attention of River Plate. The midfielder is considered one of the club’s main reinforcements, expected to have a significant impact on the team’s performance as the season continues, bringing with him valuable global experience.