Bounou's camp denies River Plate transfer talks

Reports linking Al-Hilal goalkeeper Yassine Bounou to River Plate remain unconfirmed, with a source close to the player denying any negotiations.

• A source close to Bounou told Saudi newspaper Al-Wiam there are no official negotiations with River Plate and the 35-year-old will stay at Al-Hilal.
• Bounou's contract with Al-Hilal runs until summer 2028 after his 2023 move from Sevilla.
• Journalist Peter Coots said reports of an agreement remain speculation and that River Plate views Bounou as one of several goalkeeper options.