While most of us are busy with the world cup, Daniel Passarella is working hard to please the needs of Angel Cappa. This Week River has secured the services of Jonathan Maidana and Walter Acevedo, the operation will be closed for a reported U$ 5 Million; the money will come from an investor group.



Jonathan Maidana, 24, started his professional career in Los Andes, where he played 37 games and scored 3 goals. In 2005 he was transferred to Boca Juniors, where he remained until 2008. During his 3 years in the club, he played 44 games and scored 1 goal, helping the club earn 4 titles (1 League title, 1 Recopa Sudamericana, 1 Copa Sudamericanas and 1 Copa Libertadores). In 2008 he was transferred to the Metalist Kharkiv of Ukraine for a reported U$ 3,150,000. In 2010 he was loaned to Banfield (Argentine), but the club did not make use of the buyout clause.

Maidana is a versatile central defender, strong and good in the air. He admitted earlier this week his desire to join River Plate next season. This signing grants one of Angel Cappa’s wishes, of having a experienced central defender to couple with Alexis Ferrero.

Walter Acevedo, also 24, joins the club after a successful season with Independiente, where he only missed one game due to a yellow card limit. Acevedo started his career in San Lorenzo de Almagro in 2005. In 2009, he was also transferred to the Metalist Kharkiv of Ukraine, to join Independiente on loan 6 months later.



Acevedo is a strong central midfielder, with great pressing ability. One of his best qualities is the long range shot, also a free kick specialist. He is the man Passarella will trust to give some breathing room to Matias Almeyda.

Both players are young, and with a bright future. The idea is for them to remain in the club for 2-3 years before being transferred to Europe again.

It is also expected that next week the club seals the transfers for Marcos Perez and Josepmir Ballon, as well as Juan Pablo Carrizo.