River wants Maximiliano Salas and is willing to pay whatever it takes to secure his arrival. The leadership of the Núñez club would execute the release clause of Racing's forward, valued at 8 million euros, to fulfill one of the express requests of Marcelo Gallardo, who considers him a key piece to cover the departure of Franco Mastantuono.
Aware of the interest from the Millonario, Racing tried to retain the striker by offering him an improved contract to make him one of the highest-paid players on the squad. However, Salas didn't sign the new deal, which fueled rumors about his imminent departure.
River would pay a multi-million sum for the attacking midfielder who was essential in Academia's triumph in the Copa Sudamericana 2024, where he scored a goal in the final against Cruzeiro. The deal would place him among the most expensive signings in the history of the Núñez club.
