Santiago Beltrán and Fiorentina's moves

River Plate goalkeeper Beltrán, 22, is a target for Fiorentina as they consider De Gea's successor; the club is trying to extend his contract and raise his release clause to $100m.

Santiago Beltrán, the 22-year-old River Plate goalkeeper considered Argentina's heir to Dibu Martínez, has attracted interest from Fiorentina as the Serie A club evaluates options to replace Álvaro de Gea. Beltrán's contract runs until December 31, 2027, and River Plate is attempting to secure his future by extending the deal through 2030 and increasing his release clause to $100 million.

The Argentine shot-stopper made his senior debut on January 24, 2026, against Barracas Central and has since become a key figure at the Monumental. Standing 1.91m tall, he is praised for his elegance, positioning, and ability to contribute to build-up play. He earned his first senior cap for Argentina on June 6, 2026, in a 2-0 friendly win over Honduras. Juventus conducted preliminary enquiries in the summer before signing Guglielmo Vicario, but Fiorentina has now opened talks with his agent Gustavo Goñi.

River Plate's sporting directors Enzo Francescoli and Pablo Longoria have made clear the club will not sell in January, a commitment also made to manager Leonardo Ponzio, who took charge in late August.