Maizon Rodríguez is off to Russia, Unión seal sale to Krasnodar | OneFootball

Unión finalized the sale of Maizon Rodríguez to Russia’s Krasnodar for a fee close to $4.5 million. In this way, the Uruguayan defender will leave the Santa Fe club to continue his career in European football.

The negotiations gained momentum in recent hours following interest from the Russian side, which was looking to sign a center-back after Diego Costa’s departure to Greece’s PAOK. In that context, Krasnodar moved for Rodríguez and ultimately reached an agreement with Unión.

The 23-year-old defender had arrived at El Tatengue in 2025 from Juventud Las Piedras. Unión had acquired 50% of his economic rights for a fee close to $825,000, so the transfer to Russian football represents a significant financial gain for the club.

During this time, Rodríguez became an important part of the red-and-white defense and, under Leonardo Madelón, had been one of the main options in the back line.

The Uruguayan’s departure is a major sporting loss for Unión, but at the same time it means considerable income for the club’s coffers. In addition, the arrival of Matías Rocha Calderón gives the coaching staff an alternative to fill the position in the squad.

Thus, Unión has once again completed an important deal in the transfer market, and Maizon Rodríguez will now face the challenge of continuing his career in Russia, where he will wear the Krasnodar shirt.

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