Who is Gabriel Fuentes? Player on the verge of joining América | OneFootball

Journalist César Merlo revealed today that Gabriel Fuentes is just details away from joining Club América; a player who generated surprise since no further reinforcements were expected beyond Vinicius Lima.

Who is Gabriel Fuentes?

The Colombian left-back Gabriel Rafael Fuentes Gómez, 28 years old, is one of the main names being considered to strengthen Club América for the upcoming Clausura 2026. He currently plays for Fluminense in Brazil, and his move to Las Águilas is very advanced, with negotiations for a one-year loan with a purchase option.

Player Profile• Full name: Gabriel Rafael Fuentes Gómez• Age: 28 years old (born February 9, 1997)• Position: Left-back / left-sided defender• Current club: Fluminense (Brazil)• Number: 12• Preferred foot: Left

Career and Playing StyleFuentes began his career in Colombia with Junior de Barranquilla, where he established himself as one of the most solid full-backs in Colombian football before moving on loan to Real Zaragoza in Spain and later signing with Fluminense in September 2024.

He is a full-back with good offensive projection, strong in one-on-one situations, and able to join the attack from the wing, combining defense and playmaking with his left foot.

Career AchievementsDuring his time in Colombian football, he won several national titles with Junior, including league and super league championships, showing consistency both in defense and attack before making the move to Brazilian football.

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