The Colombian will end contract with León in December, there are still no signs of renewal and his future in the MX League remains an unknown.
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James Rodríguez's name always generates headlines, but in León the story is far from being clear. The Colombian started the season with discrete appearances: three games in the MX League with one goal, three more in the CUP leagues with an assistance, and then an unexpected pause for physical discomforts that left him out of the duels before Monterrey and Necaxa. His last presence was the August 5 against Columbus Crewin a defeat that also marked the international elimination of emeralds.
Today, with his close return – he could be available this August 23 against Querétaro-, The big question is not so much how James will play, but how much time he will do it with the Verdiblanca shirt.
The link of '10 ′ with León ends the December 31, 2025 And, just over three months, there are no renewal signs. The player himself recognized him in an interview with Somos Fox: “Until now they have said anything. If there is not the idea of continuing, I will take another way”. That silence opens a range of possibilities. León does not seem to be in a hurry to ensure his continuity and James, faithful to his style, is not tied to a single project. The unknown is served: renewal, club change or even a new adventure in another continent?
Beyond the contract, there is another topic at stake: the place that James occupies in the scheme of Eduardo Berizzo. The Colombian showed some discomfort with the idea of playing farther from the area, which limits his scoring quota. “The game mode makes it a little further from the arch, not like other parts where I was closer”he explained. Although it is not an open confrontation, it is an indication of which player and technician do not finish coinciding with how to take advantage of his talent.
James also responded to criticism: it is not considered a lonely savior. “Football is 11, not only one”he said firmly. The message is clear: it can contribute quality, but it will not do magic without a solid team behind. In parallel, he acknowledges that the challenge is high. León marches tenth in the table with six points, an irregular start that requires immediate reaction if they want to fight for the title.
James's return to the court will be a thermometer. If you achieve continuity and prominence, the leadership could reconsider its permanence. If not, everything points to a silent farewell in December. For now, the Colombian looks quiet, taking care of his physique and confident that he can still contribute: “I am someone who always wants to win … I take good things from the bad and I see opportunities.”
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