Boca Juniors and River Plate intensify transfer bids ahead of World Cup 2026

Boca Juniors have formally offered San Lorenzo $3 million for defender Jhohan Romaña, though San Lorenzo seeks $2.5 million net, leaving a small gap that the clubs hope to close before the pre‑season. The club also confirmed that midfielder Leandro Paredes will be on the bench for Argentina’s World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria.

River Plate sent Torino a €9 million proposal for striker Giovanni Simeone, but the Italian club rejected the offer, insisting the player remains essential after a significant investment in his rights. Simeone is set to meet Torino president Urbano Cairo to discuss a possible move back to Argentina.