Universidad de Chile signs Tobías Reinhart, Gauthier loan fails

Midfielder Tobías Reinhart arrived in Santiago on 3 August 2026 and began the medical examinations required for his transfer to Universidad de Chile. The club is prepared to pay roughly USD 700 000 for the player’s rights from Reggiana and has offered a contract lasting until 2029, pending successful medical results.

At the same time, Uruguayan defender Valentín Gauthier’s loan move from Club León of Mexico collapsed after he did not pass the required medical tests. Gauthier left Chile without signing and posted a brief Instagram message that was interpreted as a farewell to the club. Universidad de Chile’s coach Fernando Gago and sporting director Manuel Mayo continue to search for defensive reinforcements.