América de Caliracing Against Time to Sign Striker Ahead of Liga Colombiana Kickoff
With the Liga Colombiana just around the corner, América de Cali is feverishly working to finalize its 2025 roster. Topping the shopping list is a proven striker to lead the line for the ‘Escarlata’. The club, coached by Uruguayan Jorge ‘Polilla’ Da Silva, has kept the transfer market open, hoping to sign one or two forwards, an winger, and officially announce the return of Juan Fernando Quintero.
Quintero’s imminent arrival has been the subject of much anticipation. The club posted a teasing video on Sunday, hinting at a ‘magical week’ ahead, with the #10 boarding gate at El Dorado Airport in Bogotá suggested as the future number of the star player.
While Quintero’s signing is expected to boost the team’s morale, América’s faithful are eager for the club to address its striking void. The team has three foreign players on its rolls – Argentine Santiago Silva and Paraguayans Franco Leys and Rodrigo Holgado – but is keen to add at least one more striker.
The club has its sight set on three foreign forwards, but with the limit of four foreign players allowed by Dimayor regulations, América is likely to sign just one, before potentially adding a Colombian striker. Among the options are Argentine Rodrigo Contreras, who has averaged a goal every two games in his last two seasons at Everton in Chile, and his representative, Diego Braga, has confirmed negotiations are underway.
Another option is Argentine forward Rodrigo Holgado, who has shown potential in his time with América. However, given his current injury situation, Venezuelan goalkeeper Joel Graterol will not be registered for the new season.
Uruguayan duo Juan Ignacio ‘El Colo’ Ramírez and Maximiliano Gómez are also in the mix. Ramírez has had a prolific season at Newell’s Old Boys in Argentina, scoring 12 goals in 42 games, but his chances may be slim due to ongoing talks with another club. Gomez, on the other hand, has not played in seven months, with his last stint being at Cádiz in Spain.
América is prioritizing haste in these negotiations, aiming to sign a striker as quickly as possible. With the Liga Colombiana kicking off in just seven days, time is of the essence for the ‘Escarlata’ to strengthen its attack before the big league debut.
América de Cali is racing against the clock to secure a prolific striker before the Liga Colombiana kicks off. With the imminent arrival of Juan Fernando Quintero, the club aims to solidify its attacking force by adding a proven goal scorer. The search for the ideal forward is on, with Argentines Rodrigo Contreras and Maxi Gómez, as well as Uruguayan Juan Ignacio Ramírez, among the top contenders. time is of the essence as América strives to bolster its attack and make a strong start to the new season.
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FAQ
Who is coaching América de Cali? Jorge ‘Polilla’ Da Silva, a Uruguayan manager.
When does the Liga Colombiana start? In just seven days.
* How manny foreign players can América de Cali field? A maximum of four.
as the whistle blows on the January transfer window, América de Cali remains in a critical race against time. The return of Juan Fernando Quintero undoubtedly injects excitement and talent into the squad, but the hunt for a prolific striker will ultimately determine América’s success in the upcoming Liga Colombiana season.
The pressure is on for the ‘Escarlata’ to secure a proven goal-scorer who can complement their existing attacking options. With the season kickoff looming, the next few weeks will be crucial for América de Cali as they strive to assemble a formidable squad capable of challenging for the championship.
