Liga MX: André Jardine's Pursuit of Paulinho for Club América
Liga MX's Transfer Enigma: América's Interest in Paulinho
Liga MX is buzzing with rumors as Club América navigates through injury crises. Following the confirmation of Igor Lichnovsky's season-ending injury, André Jardine is on the lookout for reinforcements. The focus, however, is not on a defender. Instead, they are eyeing a winger, with Paulinho emerging as a favored option.
América has monitored the Brazilian forward for months, particularly as discussions about Julián Quiñones' potential exit intensified. Jardine's familiarity with Paulinho stems from their time together at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, marking this as a strategic opportunity.
However, financial constraints might hinder this move. According to journalist Jonatan Peña, Atlético Mineiro demands a substantial fee, one that América might not be able to afford.
What Did Jardine Say?
In his statements, André Jardine confirmed that América seeks reinforcements following Lichnovsky's injury but clarified that they are not looking for a central defender. He emphasized, “We will look for reinforcement, but it won’t be in central defense because we feel well-served there. We will strengthen areas we think need bolstering in the tournament.”
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