Nacho Fernández has chosen to remain with River Plate, even though Gimnasia showed interest in bringing him back. River Plate's coach, Marcelo Gallardo, is contemplating using him as a replacement for Lanzini. Since October 2024, Nacho has not been a regular in the starting lineup. The 35-year-old midfielder is considered a possible solution to River's current offensive issues, despite having played only 26 minutes this season. His choice to stay at River comes in spite of his recent inconsistent form, as Gallardo appreciates his experience and the potential impact he could have on the team's creative play.