Colombian football icon Rene Higuita is publicly supporting a move for James Rodriguez to join his former club, Atletico Nacional. This comes as the former Real Madrid star considers his next career step after a challenging time in Mexico.
James is reportedly leaving Liga MX club Leon and is at a crossroads, with a potential return to European football on the table. However, an offer to come back to his home country of Colombia presents a compelling alternative.
⚽ A New Chapter for James
After a difficult period with Mexican club Leon, star midfielder James Rodriguez is set to find a new team. While a return to Europe is reportedly one of his options, a move back to his roots in Colombia is also a strong possibility.
🇨🇴 A Welcome Return Home?
Colombian club Atletico Nacional is interested in signing James, offering him a chance to play in his home country once again. This move could provide a fresh start for the talented playmaker and bring him closer to his local fans.
👍 Higuita’s Words of Support
Legendary goalkeeper Rene Higuita has expressed his strong support for the potential transfer. He mentioned he would have loved to play with James and would sign him immediately if he were the manager. Higuita praised James’s undeniable quality, stating, “What he’s done and shown clearly speaks volumes about his quality… he’s a very young player who still has a lot to offer.”
