James Rodríguez was left without a team after leaving León and right now the Colombian player does not have a club for the 2026 World Cup. However, number 10 would have offers and would be moving in the market to reach the World Cup with pace and not put its presence in this tournament at risk.
According to Pipe Sierra’s disclosure, Pumas of the UNAM of Mexico have already begun negotiations to keep James Rodríguez for this next season. The idea would be to give him a contract for the next few months to play in the Clausura 2026.
On the other hand, James Rodríguez could also return to Europe. According to information from La Otra Liga, the Colombian was in the plans of teams such as Valencia or Real Sociedad. Although it seems unlikely that the Colombian will end up returning to this League.
The former player of Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and others, would not take a dim view of the opportunity to continue in Mexicoand ensure a good number of minutes and consistency to reach the 2026 World Cup. Pumas would seek an agreement in the coming weeks.
James Rodríguez left León after this season. (Photo: GettyImages)
The following weeks will be key for James Rodríguez to decide which team he commits his future to before the 2026 World Cup. The Colombian player is currently looking for a club where he can have the peace of mind necessary to reach the World Cup.
Staying in Mexico also has several points in its favor, such as that the player already knows the League and with León he left good feelings, not the best, but it did show that he still has a lot of quality. The 10 also aims to play in what may be his last World Cup.
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James Rodríguez’s numbers in León this season
This season, with the León shirt, James Rodríguez was able to play a total of 17 games in all competitions. He was only on the court for a little more than 1,200 minutes. The Colombian player scored 3 goals and also ended up giving 3 assists.
James Rodríguez’s market value
Currently, James Rodríguez has a market value of just 2.5 million, a figure very far from what he cost in his prime. This figure makes James appear as an option for several clubs, but the Colombian can also negotiate with any team upon entering the status of a “free agent.”
SurveyShould James stay in Mexico or go to Europe?
Should James stay in Mexico or go to Europe?
In summary:
- James Rodriguez came out of León and is currently located without equipment facing the 2026 World Cup.
- UNAM Pumas of Mexico began negotiations to sign James Rodriguez for Closing 2026.
- James Rodriguez juice 17 parties con León this season, scoring 3 goals and giving 3 assists.
