Overview

• The transfer agreement reached on August 12 granted Toluca 50% of Simón’s rights for about US$3.5 million plus performance-based obligations.
• Santiago Simón published an Instagram farewell to River Plate, thanking Marcelo Gallardo and club staff for his development.
• Since debuting in 2020, the midfielder logged 146 appearances with six goals and 16 assists while winning multiple domestic titles.
• Following Toluca’s August 16 video announcement, the club aims to register Simón in Liga MX before he potentially debuts in the Leagues Cup quarterfinal on August 20.
• Coach Antonio Mohamed pursued Simón as a versatile reinforcement to bolster Toluca’s midfield as they defend their Liga MX crown.