Ex-América Player Arlindo Urges Patience, Calls for Key Signings

Former América player Arlindo do Santos has expressed his belief that the club needs strategic player acquisitions to reclaim its former glory. He acknowledged the team's inconsistent performance in the Clausura 2026 season and urged the fanbase to exercise patience, assuring them that América will emerge from its current slump.

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There isn't much time left, because I tell the Americanistas to have patience, have calm, because América will get out of this slump it's in.

Do Santos suggested that the team currently lacks one or more "key players" capable of disrupting opponents. He praised the current coaching staff, led by André Jardine, recognizing their efforts and the team's potential. However, he stressed the necessity of signing impactful players to elevate the squad's performance.

Reflecting on his own time with the club, Do Santos recalled his arrival in 1965. He played a pivotal role in ending América's 37-year championship drought, contributing to victories in the league, cup, and Champion of Champions tournaments. He believes his presence was the missing piece that initiated a new era of success for the club.

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América has what it takes. And I see the work of [André] Jardine there. They have a good coach. What's missing is hiring good players, the key player for the team.

Do Santos's comments come amid a period of transition for América, as the team seeks to rebuild and re-establish itself as a dominant force in Mexican football. His insights offer a historical perspective on the club's past successes and highlight the ongoing challenges it faces in the present.

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It had been 37 years since América had won a championship, when Don Alejandro Scoppelli and Don Emilio Azcárraga found the piece of the puzzle, which was Arlindo, we became champions, of the Cup, League, Champion of Champions, and from there came América's championships.