😱Arango sets the record straight: was James on Nacional’s radar? | OneFootball

The president of Atlético Nacional, Sebastián Arango, broke his silence about the current state of the Antioquian club in a key interview. The executive clarified the rumors linking big names to the team and detailed the roadmap to complete the squad for the current season.

James and Rueda: Hopes Dashed

Arango was firm in closing the door on a possible return of James Rodríguez. Despite mutual affection, the executive explained that the midfielder has no plans to return to Colombian football in the near future, which has prevented any formal contact. He also revealed that there were talks with Reinaldo Rueda at the end of last year, but his commitment to the Honduras national team made his return to the verdolaga bench impossible.

Roster Moves and the Final "9"

Regarding the squad configuration, the club confirmed the loan departures of Luis Marquínez to Deportes Tolima and Andy Batioja to Fortaleza. Additionally, they are seeking for the young Emilio Aristizábal to gain minutes abroad. To conclude the market, the absolute priority is the signing of a center forward to strengthen the offensive zone. Finally, Arango highlighted the financial success in the transfer of Marino Hinestroza to Vasco da Gama, where Nacional retained a percentage of future sales.

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