🚨Breaking: James Rodríguez will not renew his contract at León | OneFootball

James Rodríguez's time at Club León in Mexico is about to end. The club's management has decided not to renew the Colombian midfielder's contract, which expires at the end of the Apertura 2025 tournament, bringing an end to a period that began with great media expectations but ended in disappointment.

The player, who arrived in January 2025 as one of the most high-profile signings in the history of Liga MX, will conclude his stint with La Fiera after the two remaining matches of the championship.

From Hope to the Bench

James's journey at León was marked by significant ups and downs. His first months were promising, with standout performances and offensive leadership that excited the fans. However, the outlook changed drastically from April onwards, coinciding with the club's elimination in the Liguilla and, above all, the disappointment of missing out on the Club World Cup.

In the second half of the year, failure in the Leagues Cup and poor results in the Apertura 2025 sealed the decline. His frequent call-ups to the Colombian National Team and low performance led to him being relegated to the bench.

Farewell Without Titles

The management's decision is firm, and there will be no turning back to extend the contract. James's last match with Club León will be at home against Puebla, a bittersweet end for a signing that promised to revolutionize Liga MX.

James leaves without having won any titles and with the feeling that his potential was far from being consistently reflected on the field. His sporting future is uncertain following the imminent end of his time in Mexico.

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