About Santiago Montiel

Santiago Gabriel Montiel (born 22 November 2000) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a winger for Independiente.

Career
Montiel came through the youth system at River Plate after signing from Deportivo Laferrere in 2015. In February 2022, he joined Argentinos Juniors as a free agent.

He made his debut on 5 February 2023 in a win against Racing Club. On the opening game of the 2024 Copa de la Liga Profesional on 28 January 2024, he scored against his former side River Plate.

On August 14 2024, he signed for Independiente for a fee of $1.5 million for 50% of his transfer to be paid in 3 instalments. River Plate will also receive approximately 3% of the sale. Three days after signing, on 17 August 2025, he made his debut for Independiente in a 1-0 win against Rosario Central, coming on as a second-half substitute.

Personal life
He is the cousin of footballer Gonzalo Montiel.