Keylor Navas Joins Pumas
Keylor Navas, the famed Costa Rican goalkeeper, is making a significant move within professional football by signing a one-year contract with Pumas, a club in Mexico’s Liga MX. This transfer, announced by Argentine team Newell’s Old Boys on Monday, comes just six months after Navas joined Newell’s as a free agent in January, where he made 16 appearances.
Debut and Upcoming Competitions
The 38-year-old shot-stopper, renowned for his achievements in European football, including three Champions League titles with Real Madrid, is expected to make his debut this Friday against Querétaro. Following that, he will also likely participate in the Leagues Cup where Pumas is set to compete against teams such as Atlanta United, Orlando City, and Inter Miami CF.
Motivation Behind the Move
Navas’s decision to join Pumas appears motivated by his desire to play in Liga MX and to be closer to his home country of Costa Rica. He has established himself as one of the most successful players in the history of the CONCACAF region, showcasing his skills during the summer’s Gold Cup.
Career Achievements
Beyond his accolades in the Champions League, Navas has also contributed to winning LaLiga, the Club World Cup, and Super Cup during his tenure at Real Madrid, followed by three Ligue 1 titles at Paris Saint-Germain.
Pumas’ Goalkeeper Search
Pumas had been in search of a goalkeeper since the departure of Álex Padilla, who recently returned to his parent club, Athletic Club. With this latest addition, Navas could fill the void he left and strengthen Pumas in their bid for success in upcoming competitions.
