Kevin Castano He managed to remain as a starter throughout 2025 despite his weak level, not only because of the 14 million dollars that were paid for him, but also because there was no other footballer who could beat him to his place with good performances. But With the arrival of Anibal Moreno and Fausto Vera, the Colombian lost his position. And his representative spoke about his present in River.
“Football is about moments, a player in Kevin’s hierarchy knows that the better the competition, the better the fight gets.”he assured Sebastian Olartein dialogue with the radio program High Guard. The midfield was completely renewed with the two reinforcements and the return of Tomás Galván, and KC22 must raise its level to regain its place in the starting 11. ““He understands that.”signed the agent.
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In that sense, the representative highlighted that Castaño “He is not at all stressed or worried, nor does he lack sleep” and sentenced: “He knows what is at stake and the internal fight is to better represent the colors of River, which is the institution that everyone wants to defend.” It is worth noting that the one who emerged in Águilas Doradas has not yet added minutes in the 2026 Apertura Tournament.
Finally, Olarte ruled out any possible departure for the 25-year-old midfielder due to having lost ownership, and made it clear that the footballer is focused on achieving his best football version. “It is a motivation for him, to continue working and take another step forward to achieve the objectives”said.
Kevin Castaño’s devotion to Marcelo Gallardo
“Marcelo was a fundamental piece in Kevin’s decision to leave Russia to come to River. Just by being part of the group with Gallardo as the head, he wanted to come and be part of the project.”revealed Olarte, about the role of the Doll in the arrival from Krasnodar. And he added: “He was excited that Marcelo could teach him because he knows his ability and his qualities.”
Along the same lines, and already being directed by Gallardo for almost a year, “Kevin is convinced that there is no other coach in the world who can teach him what he is teaching him”according to the representative. “Marcelo trusted him and his abilities. He is a coach who knows how to enhance players and knows how to manage people.“There are technicians who do not do both and Marcelo complements both functions.”highlighted the Colombian agent.
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