River Plate chase Guido Rodríguez after his Valencia renewal

River Plate is interested in Argentine midfielder Guido Rodríguez, four months after he renewed his contract with Valencia until 2028.

The player signed the extension on July 3, for two more seasons until 2028, with a third option, and he has already received a call from his formative club in November.

Career and professional steps

Guido was developed at River, where he made his professional debut, and later played for Tijuana, América, Betis, West Ham and, since January 26, 2026, for Valencia.

Performance and possible return

He arrived at Mestalla with a contract until the end of the season and his performance convinced the club to extend it by two more years; he is 32 and won the 2022 World Cup with Argentina.

Valencia's interest, a wealthy club, opens a route back to Buenos Aires that previously was not on his horizon; the club does not show contractual urgency, which gives the player leeway.

Under Carlos Corberán he played 16 LaLiga matches, 14 as a starter, and scored 4 goals, a rare figure for a defensive midfielder.

With Javier Aguirre as coach he retains his spot; in Aguirre's first win with Elche he recorded 8 recoveries, 3 interceptions and a 95 % pass accuracy.

Any departure will require a negotiation with Valencia, as he has an active contract.

If River wants an offer, it will have to convince Valencia, which renewed him just four months ago.

For Guido, returning home at 32 is appealing, although in July he chose to stay in Europe and commit to Valencia's project.

His response to River's call will decide whether the deal remains tentative or materialises as a winter move.