Gio Simeone Leaves River Plate for Banfield

The forward did not have opportunities at River Plate (only three games) and decided to change teams. He set course for Banfield following his father's advice. There he will reunite with Matías Almeyda. "At Banfield, I will have the opportunity to grow as a football player," said Simeone.

Almeyda Excited for Simeone's Arrival

Almeyda, who knows Simeone from his time at River Plate, enthusiastically received the news of his arrival. The coach was instrumental in the negotiations, "He called me on the phone, I know him because of his relationship with my father, and I also like his style of play. I am very happy, when you are young you always want to play and I knew that I didn't have the opportunity at River," said the forward.

'Cholito' Comes to Banfield for Minutes and Confidence

'Cholito' arrived at Banfield on loan in search of playing time and confidence. "I wanted to come to Banfield six months ago. At that time, Almeyda spoke to me, gave me full confidence, but it didn't happen. Today I am here and I will give my best so that things go well," Gio Simeone told TyC Sports.