Club América is set to kick off its participation in the Mexican league as they face Bravos de Juárez this Friday in the first round of the Apertura 2025.
The team has begun to welcome new players, with Alexis Gutiérrez and Isaías Violante currently joining the squad. However, the expectations for reinforcements have not been fully met, as the club is actively pursuing more signings during this transfer window.
This summer has seen some key transfer targets slip away. Jeremy Márquez, who has been on America’s radar for months, ultimately signed with Cruz Azul after financial demands from his former team, Atlas, proved to be a barrier. Another near miss was Efraín Álvarez, who had been in discussions with America but ended up joining Chivas after negotiations with the player stalled.
One of the most notable situations was Juan Manuel Sanabria, who seemed destined for America until he decided to remain at Atlético San Luis, leaving coach Jardine without a player he specifically wanted.
In positive news, negotiations for José Zúñiga, nicknamed “La Pantera,” are reportedly progressing well. The club’s directors have reached an agreement, and it’s now up to Zúñiga to finalize the details before potentially becoming the latest addition to the team.
As America prepares for its season opener, fans are optimistic that these ongoing negotiations can lead to successful reinforcements despite the challenges faced in securing past targets.