Overview
- Representative Narciso Algamis confirmed Rivera will remain with Universitario for the 2026 season following transfer links to Melgar.
- The proposed switch did not progress, as the club was unwilling to let the forward leave under any circumstance, according to his camp.
- Rivera continues preseason training and, after a minor ankle issue kept him out versus Sport Boys, he could see minutes in Tuesday’s friendly against Melgar at the Estadio Monumental at 10:30 a.m. local time.
- His current deal runs through the end of the year, leaving scope for further talks as the season unfolds.
- Since joining Universitario, the 28-year-old has made 100 official appearances and scored 26 goals, often impacting games off the bench.