Independiente, a club in Argentina, has strengthened its lineup by signing 21-year-old winger Maximiliano Gutiérrez from Chilean club Huachipato. This acquisition was a priority for coach Gustavo Quinteros, who had been urging the management for support in this position. The agreement reached entails an initial one-year loan without fee, but it includes a mandatory option to buy for 50% of Gutiérrez's rights at a total cost of 2 million dollars, to be paid over four semi-annual installments beginning in January next year.

Gutiérrez is expected to arrive for medical tests and to finalize a contract that extends until December 2029, having already been active in recent matches for Huachipato. This transfer illustrates a good relationship between the management teams of both clubs, especially highlighted by the recent successful negotiation of Felipe Loyola's transfer to Pisa in Italy, which positioned Independiente as a desirable destination for players coming from Chile.

The addition of Gutiérrez not only fills a crucial gap in Independiente's squad but also continues the trend of Argentine clubs looking towards Chilean talent, reflecting the interconnected nature of South American football. The move is anticipated to enhance the overall competitiveness of the Argentine club as they prepare for the upcoming season.