The Núñez team has spent weeks engaged in talks with a promising Uruguayan footballer who stood out for Defensor Sporting at the Under 20 World Cup.
River Plate has been in high-intensity discussions about a young Uruguayan talent, the central figure at Defensor Sporting: Sebastián Boselli. Fans see sharp differences in impact between a squad’s first choices and the players who come off the bench, and they anticipate a move that would inject extra quality under Franco Armani in goal.
The footballer’s father, who also acts as his agent, confirmed ongoing contact with River Plate, and GOAL has learned that negotiations are moving toward a signed agreement with both Boselli and Defensor Sporting.
The initial offer reportedly stood at around $3.7 million for 70 percent of the player’s rights, with installments through December 2025. Improvements to payment terms are reportedly sought by Boselli’s camp from Defensor Sporting.
Who is Sebastian Boselli?
Sebastián Boselli was born in Uruguay on December 4, 2003. He made his first division debut with Defensor Sporting in September 2022, a breakthrough season in which Defensor Sporting lifted the Uruguay Cup. His release clause is reported at $4 million, and he has drawn interest from clubs such as Flamengo and Boca Juniors, though neither interest has been officially confirmed.
How does Boselli play?
Boselli is right-footed and versatile enough to operate on the right wing or in central defense, a rarity given his earlier role as a midfielder in the youth ranks. The Uruguayan showcased his skill with the Under-20 squad, helping them reach the runner-up spot at the South American Championship, and he earned a place in the World Cup squad, featuring seven starts. In the senior team, he has recently earned attention from international coaches, including a call-up that sparked headlines among supporters in the Americas.
Fans in Canada and the United States have followed Boselli’s development with interest, watching how his pace, ball handling, and defensive instincts could translate to top leagues in North America or Europe. His style suggests a player who can contribute both in wide positions and through the center, offering tactical flexibility for a club seeking depth and quality in defence and attack.
Overall, Boselli’s ascent reflects a broader trend of South American talents drawing the attention of major clubs across the Atlantic, driven by increasingly visible youth development programs and the global reach of scouting networks. He stands as a potential piece of a larger rebuilding strategy for a club like River Plate, where young players can be groomed into reliable, high-impact contributors under experienced coaches.
Note: information summarized from contemporary reports and transfer updates from the period when these negotiations were reported, with attribution to ongoing sports coverage sources.