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River Plate advances negotiations for Thiago Almada from Atlético Madrid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 8:32 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

River Plate advances negotiations for Thiago Almada from Atlético Madrid

Summary

River Plate has intensified negotiations to acquire Thiago Almada from Atlético de Madrid on August 1, 2026. The discussions follow initial inquiries from weeks prior, as River aims to finalize the transfer of the attacking midfielder. Atlético seeks to recover the €20 million fee paid for Almada, but a positive relationship between the clubs may facilitate the deal. Almada reportedly prefers to join River over Flamengo, giving River a potential advantage in securing the signing. The outcome of the negotiations remains pending.

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Key Details

•River Plate deepens formal negotiations for Thiago Almada.
•Atlético Madrid demands €20 million for the player.
•Almada prioritizes River Plate over Flamengo.
•Negotiations follow earlier inquiries from River Plate.

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River Plate has taken a firm step in the transfer market by deepening formal negotiations with Atlético de Madrid and Thiago Almada’s camp. After the initial inquiries from weeks ago, the club’s ...
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