América reach agreement to sign Raphael Veiga | OneFootball

Finally, after weeks of many rumors about Raphael Veiga's signing, the club has reached an agreement with Palmeiras and the player for his transfer to the Eagles.

Veiga joins the Eagles in a loan transaction in exchange for 1.5 million dollars, with a purchase option set for December for 6 million dollars.

At 30 years old, Raphael has spent his entire career in Brazil's Serie A, with his best moments undoubtedly with Palmeiras, achieving several trophies as a key player, such as the Copa Libertadores double championship and several more local trophies.

The official announcement from Club América is still pending, but it will be made once Veiga arrives in Mexico, undergoes medical exams, and subsequently signs the contract.

Is this what América needs?

It's worth remembering that for the first time in 56 years, the Eagles started the first three rounds of the Clausura 2026 without scoring a goal, something that also happened in the 1970 tournament.

Many might think that to solve this, a 'killer' forward is needed, and while it's true that this would help, the reality is that Raphael Veiga's profile is perfect to help in this area.

Veiga is an offensive midfielder with great field vision and the ability to deliver balls to forwards or midfielders in advantageous positions, something the current América squad has lacked since Diego Valdés's departure.

Obviously, his level is no longer what it was a few years ago, but if he manages to adapt to Liga MX, he will undoubtedly be a very interesting player who could help solve the offensive problems the team is facing.

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