The Colombian midfielder has reportedly signed a deal with 'La Fiera' for the 2025 Clausura season.
After turning down a move to Colombian side Junior de Barranquilla, all indications are that James Rodríguez will begin the next chapter of his career in Mexican football. Liga MX side Club León have reportedly completed the deal with the player for one million dollars and the central player will arrive in Mexico in a few days. The Colombian star is currently in Italy to watch the Kings World Cup Nations final and is expected to travel from Turin to Leon.
According to Mexico's TUDN, James is expected to arrive in León, Guanajuato, next week to join his new team. The outlet claims he “could even be considered” for Saturday's match against Atlas in Guadalajara on January 18 for the second matchday of the new Liga MX season.
James' contract with León is expected to run until 2025, during which both Clausura and Apertura short tournaments will take place. The reports indicate that both parties have agreed to the possibility of extending the deal for a further 12 months.
Club Leon is one of the Mexican representatives at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and the priority for the player is to secure continued first-team football so that he can compete with the Colombian national team for a place at the 2026 World Cup. James only managed seven appearances for LaLiga side Rayo Vallecano, with the 33-year-old not fitting into head coach Iñigo Perez's tactical plans.
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