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Club America make one of the biggest signings in Liga MX’s history

Club America are one of the favorites to win Apertura 2023 after a massive move which shocked Liga MX.

Julian Quiñones with Atlas in Liga MX
© Refugio Ruiz/Getty ImagesJulian Quiñones with Atlas in Liga MX

Club America are looking for their first title in Liga MX since 2018. After being eliminated last tournament in the semifinals by Chivas, Fernando Ortiz resigned as coach and a few days later was announced as the new leader of Monterrey.

As a consequence, America’s front office chose Javier Aguirre as his successor. However, the famous Vasco didn’t leave Mallorca following a tremendous season in La Liga.

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Considering that scenario, the emergency option became Andre Jardine who was coaching Atletico San Luis. Then, with a future full of uncertainty, Club America made big splashes such as Kevin Alvarez and now, in a shocking turn of events, a star striker.

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Julian Quiñones will be new player of Club America

Julian Quiñones will join Club America. The famous Aguilas paid a $6 million transfer fee to Atlas and now they’ll have a tremendous attack with the Colombian player, Henry Martin and Jonathan Rodriguez.

Quiñones is 26-years old and was a key piece to win back-to-back titles with Atlas. As a consequence, it’s been reported that the forward is a very strong option for Mexico’s national team as he already got the letter of naturalization.

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Though Tigres UANL are the reigning champions with names such as Andre Pierre-Gignac, Diego Lainez and Sebastian Cordova, Club America have become the favorite as Quiñones is the biggest splash in decades.

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