Románia to River: Transfer News & Updates | Olé

08/01/2026 12:40hs.

Dream, of a tomorrow… Unlike Luis Miguel’s classic theme, Marcelo Gallardo’s dream is of Jhohan Romaña and the chance of him being River’s reinforcement is still latent. The thing is that in the last few hours the conversations were resumed and while Núñez assures that the initial offer of US$2.5 million for 50% of the Colombian’s recordIn Boedo they say that increased to 2.6. The truth is that, regardless of this difference, From the Monumental offices they added a clause – which both parties confirm – y San Lorenzo Once again you will have to decide which path you will take.

The Millionaire offered buy the other 50% of the Colombian for US$3.5Mwith a key detail: If after 18/24 months the option is not executed, The contract will include the item of paying a penalty of one million US dollars. Under these conditions, in the event that the CARP does not take ownership of 100% of the token, it would end up paying 3.5M for 50% of the central marker pass.

“Offers of public knowledge came from River for Romaña, but We are not convinced by the last proposal we receivedwhich includes the option to review the remaining half and, if they do not use the option, they would impose a charge. we are talking“, expressed Sergio Costantino, temporary president of Ciclón on radio The Networkhalf lowering his thumb because beyond the disagreement and the stance of not giving away to the defender who at this time He trains in La Plata with the Ayude teamdid not end the back and forth between the institutions.

Romagna. San Lorenzo Press

“It’s not about having more or less money. It’s about defending the club’s assets. “We are in no hurry, we do have to see that the player is well, but that the club can also have its assets and defend the interests of the club,” added the leader, which summarizes the crossroads at which San Lorenzo finds itself at this time.

The dilemma of San Lorenzo with Romagna

The thing is that if he is not sold in this transfer market and with the player’s predisposition to leave, upset by his particular situation and by the moment the institution is going throughit is going to be complicated for CASLA.

Why entering in the last year of his contractfrom your surroundings They are not willing to negotiate an extension of the relationship – in the event that the transfer to River does not occur – and from the second half of the year the player He could already talk to other clubs to join with the pass in his possession in 2027.

Romagna and an uncertain future. San Lorenzo PressRomagna and an uncertain future. San Lorenzo Press

That context, added to the Cyclone’s need for cash to lift inhibitions and to Marcelo Gallardo It is a priority to add alternatives in a sector of the field where the departures of Paulo Díaz and Sebastián Boselli could occur, The possibility of reaching a point where all parties agree was reactivated, The next few hours being decisive thinking about the resolution of the novel.

“We do not want to retain players who do not want to be there, but we are not going to sell for the sake of selling”there was Costantino, who is in favor, along with the temporary CD, of selling all the passes or a high percentage of them. However, knowing what will happen tomorrow – with Romaña – is an uncertainty…

Marcus Cole

Marcus Cole is a senior football analyst at Archysport with over a decade of experience covering the NFL, college football, and international football leagues. A former NCAA Division I player turned journalist, Marcus brings an insider's understanding of the game to every breakdown. His work focuses on tactical analysis, draft evaluations, and in-depth game previews. When he's not breaking down film, Marcus covers the intersection of football culture and the communities it shapes across America.

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