Juan Fernando Quintero he played so that the fans of River confirm that they want it back, not only because of the nostalgia generated by the glorious memory of Madrid, but also because of its very good relevance.
It is past, but also present. He was one of the figures of Racing champion of the 2024 Copa Sudamericana with those waist breaks and filtered passes that enter rival defenses like a dagger, in the same way that he excelled in the Millonario team, champion of the 2018 Copa Libertadores. And the River Plate people are already licking their lips with a probable return of the Colombian hitch.
Although he has one year left on his contract with the Academy, it is an open secret that he will leave Avellaneda. He has already let his inner circle know that he wants a change of scenery for 2025. Even in Racing they are clear about it and, as he learned Clarionthey will not hinder you.
“You saw that Juanfer doesn’t like to stay in one place for a long time,” admitted a close friend. Then, the seduction operation was launched and everything is ready for his return.
Jorge Brito and company should pay between 4 and 5 million dollars to stay with Juanferalthough the negotiations will only begin on Monday, when it is confirmed whether these conversations should be with Diego Milito or with Christian Devia, depending on the result of this Sunday’s elections.
If Quintero plays next year in Argentine soccer, his club will most likely be River. However, there is an obstacle for that to happen and it is the delicate health of his wife, which would lead him to return to Colombia. There, Independiente Medellín awaits you with open arms.
But if that doesn’t happen, there are great chances that he will be reunited with Marcelo Gallardowith whom he gave a heartfelt hug minutes before the match played at the Cilindro de Avellaneda and whom he recognizes as his football father. El Muñeco longs to coach one of his favorite players again and for him, close to turning 32, to have his last dance with the red band.
The hug with Nacho Fernández and Franco Armani at the end of the match, then exchanging shirts with him Devil Echeverri, it’s a good sign.