Francisco Ortega joins River Plate on contract until 2030
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Francisco Ortega has officially signed with River Plate, with the contract running until December 31, 2030. The announcement was confirmed by the club's president, Stefano Di Carlo, as Ortega transitions from Olympiacos. This addition aims to enhance the defensive capabilities of the team under coach Eduardo Coudet. While the financial details were not disclosed, estimates suggest the deal is around five million euros. Ortega will need to compete for his position in the squad starting with training.
- •Ortega signed with River Plate until December 31, 2030.
- •The club confirmed the deal with president Stefano Di Carlo.
- •Financial estimates for the transfer are around five million euros.
- •Ortega transitions from Olympiacos to strengthen River's defense.
- •He will compete for playing time under coach Eduardo Coudet.
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Official: Francisco Ortega signs for River Plate until 2030
"Francisco Ortega is a new River Plate player. The defender signed his contract alongside the club’s president, Stefano Di Carlo, as confirmed by the club in an official statement.Ortega’s deal wit...
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