James Rodríguez Joins Club León Ahead of 2025 Clausura and FIFA Club World Cup.

Colombian midfielder James Rodríguez has signed with Mexico’s Club León as a free agent following his departure from Rayo Vallecano.

Rodríguez, 33, mutually terminated his contract with Rayo Vallecano in early January 2025 after limited playtime, featuring in only seven matches. Per Israel Romo, A TUDN.com correspondent, he joins Club Leon on a one year contract with the possibility to extend.

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Club León, set to participate in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, secured Rodríguez’s signature to bolster their squad for the upcoming Clausura tournament.

Rodríguez’s extensive career includes stints at Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Everton, with notable achievements such as winning the Golden Boot at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

His arrival is anticipated to enhance León’s midfield creativity and experience, aiming to strengthen their domestic and international performances.

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The signing has generated significant excitement among León supporters and Liga MX fans, eager to witness Rodríguez’s impact in Mexican football.

Club León is scheduled to commence their Clausura 2025 campaign later this month, with Rodríguez expected to join team training sessions promptly.

Rodríguez’s addition underscores Club León’s commitment to assembling a competitive squad for both Liga MX and the forthcoming Club World Cup, reflecting their ambition on both national and international stages.