Brighton & Hove Albion have emerged as a new contender to sign River Plate's Lautaro Rivero.
is according to river newsWhich covers the latest on Brighton's interest in the 22-year-old.
Rivero is a product of the Argentine club's academy and spent 18 months on loan at Central Cordoba and returned to his parent club in June 2025.
Since then, the centre-back has been a regular for River Plate and his performances have attracted the attention of European clubs.
In the first half of this season, Sport Witness Covered claims from Argentina Interest from Tottenham Hotspur. Spurs reportedly took a look at him in the winter market but a move never materialised.
Two months ago, Sport Witness again News broadcast from South America Aston Villa's replacement for Rivero.
Bryton Rivero joins Chase
Fast forward to February and Fabian Herzeler's side were added to their list of English supporters.
Over the years, the Seagulls have regularly signed emerging talents from South America and sold some of them on at huge profits. Moises Caicedo and Alexis McAllister are two great examples.
Brighton have now set their sights on Rivero, who has already established himself as an 'indispensable player' at River Plate. His development and impressive performances have been noticed by several European clubs.
Seagulls add Argentina to shortlist
The report claims River Plate manager Marcelo Gallardo is aware of the growing interest and is concerned about losing Rivero in the next window.
As things stand, Brighton have added the defender to their shortlist but are yet to make an approach.
It's very possible the Seagulls make a move to try to bring him to the Amex after this season. Should he make the move, River Noticias claim the South American club 'will not let him go that easily.'
Rivero's contract runs until December 2028, and includes $100m [€85m] Section. If he were to leave, it would likely be for a fee much less than his buyout clause.
