Jackson Martínez comes out of retirement to bolster Independiente Medellín | OneFootball

Independiente Medellín has confirmed the arrival of Jackson Martínez, who is returning to competition at the age of 39, six years after bringing his career to an end. The striker has signed until the end of December, with the possibility of extending the deal for another season also included.

This marks a return to the club where he took his first steps in football, 17 years after leaving for Mexico. During his professional career, Jackson Martínez played for Jaguares, FC Porto, Atlético de Madrid, Guangzhou Evergrande and Portimonense. For Colombia’s senior national team, he earned 40 caps and scored nine goals.

At Independiente Medellín, the striker will once again be teammates with Juan Fernando Quintero, with whom he shared the dressing room during their time at FC Porto.

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