After successfully signing James Rodríguez, Club Leon Announces Andres Guardado will come out of retirement to join the club.

In a strategic move to bolster their squad for the upcoming Clausura 2025 and the FIFA Club World Cup, Club León has successfully signed Colombian midfielder James Rodríguez and convinced Mexican veteran Andrés Guardado to come out of retirement.

James Rodríguez, 33, joins León after mutually terminating his contract with Rayo Vallecano, where he had limited playtime, featuring in only seven matches. His addition is expected to enhance León’s midfield creativity and experience.

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Meanwhile, Andrés Guardado, who had announced his retirement two months prior, has been persuaded to return to professional football with León. The 38-year-old midfielder brings a wealth of experience from his international career and previous stints with European clubs.

Club León’s dual acquisition of Rodríguez and Guardado underscores their ambition to compete at the highest levels in both domestic and international tournaments. Fans eagerly anticipate the impact of these seasoned players as the team prepares for the challenges ahead.