The defender from Bruges appears to be one of the targets in the renewal that Chacho is planning to solve the defensive issues.
In this sense, Romero, with his 1.92 meters in height, fits the profile that Coudet is looking for to reinforce the left side of the defense. If they proceed seriously with him, according to specialized sites like Transfermarkt, River would need to shell out an amount close to 2.5 million euros for his transfer, although it would be considered to negotiate a loan with an obligation to buy to facilitate the operation.
While the team prepares to officially close the semester, in Núñez they already know that an intense transfer market with important decisions is coming. And Zaid Romero appears as one of the names that could mark the beginning of the reconstruction.
Since his arrival at the Spanish club at the beginning of this year, the Mendoza player has played 1,350 minutes, spread over 15 matches, in which he scored one goal, received 3 yellow cards, and was sent off once for double booking.
In total, in the six clubs he has been with (Godoy Cruz, Villa Dálmine, Liga de Quito, Estudiantes, Bruges, and Getafe), he has played 12,932 minutes in 164 matches, where he scored 7 goals, provided one assist, and was cautioned 22 times with yellow cards and 4 with red cards (3 for a second yellow and one direct). In terms of titles, he has won 4: Argentine Cup (2023), League Cup (2024), Belgian Cup (2024/2025), and Belgian Supercup (2025).
With the semester coming to an end and a team that is clearly experiencing fatigue, the management of River and the coaching staff led by Eduardo Coudet have already begun to plan a deep restructuring for the upcoming season. In this context, one of the positions the club considers a priority to reinforce is the defense. And in recent hours, a new name has emerged that has gained traction in Núñez: Zaid Romero.
The 26-year-old defender from Mendoza is one of the targets for Chacho to rebuild a back line that has been showing serious functional problems. According to reports, contacts have already been made from the coach's camp with both the player and his representative to discuss conditions and analyze the feasibility of the operation.
Romero currently belongs to Bruges in Belgium, although he has just completed a loan at Getafe in Spain, where he managed to regain continuity and show himself at a good level. His contract with the Belgian club runs until June 2028.
The defensive landscape of the team explains much of the search. Paulo Díaz could be transferred, Germán Pezzella has an uncertain future, and Lautaro Rivero could also have chances to leave in the next market. Additionally, Lucas Martínez Quarta has not managed to establish himself since his return, and Tobías Ramírez is still recovering from an injury. Therefore, beyond the practically agreed arrival of Nicolás Otamendi once the World Cup is over, at Millonario they understand that they need to add more options in the central defense.
