Atlético Nacional confirmed this Thursday the arrival of James Rodríguez as reinforcement to fight for the League and BetPlay Cup titles. a signing that shook the market hours before the transfer book for players without a contract closes.
In a video published on the club’s social networks, James, 35, sent his first words to the purslane fans.
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James Rodríguez’s first words at Atlético Nacional
“Green boys, how are you? Here, happy. I hope to see you soon in the stadium. We are always going to fill the Atanasio. Subscribe. I can’t wait to be there with you and celebrate together, okay? A big hug,” James said.
According to press reports, James signed with Atlético Nacional until June 2027, in what will be his second experience in Colombian professional soccer. The first was at the beginning of his career, when he was part of Envigado.
The background of James Rodríguez in Colombia
The ’10’ has only played two games in the first division in Colombia. He debuted on May 21, 2006, in the game that the oranges lost 1-2 against Cúcuta Deportivo. He came on in the 66th minute, replacing Cristian González.
James Rodríguez, at the 2014 World Cup. Photo:Mauricio Moreno. THE TIME
His only game as a starter in the A with Envigado was played exactly 20 years ago, on September 10, 2006. It was at the Centenario stadium in Armenia, in the 1-0 defeat against Deportes Quindío. He was replaced by Elkin Ronco in the 66th minute.
After Envigado’s relegation to B, James was key to the club’s return to the first division. But he did not play in the first division in Colombia again, because, after promotion, he was transferred to Banfield in Argentina.
James Rodríguez, during his time at Banfield. Photo:EFE
Now, at 35 years old, and after playing for Porto, Monaco, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Everton, Al Rayyan, Olympiacos, Sao Paulo, Rayo Vallecano, León and Minnesota United, James returns to Colombian football and thinks big.
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