Pumas VP vows more signings, clarifies transfer rumors

Antonio Sancho, the sports vice president of Pumas, has committed to bringing in more reinforcements for the Apertura 2026 season, stating that the club's primary objective is to win the championship. This commitment came during the official presentation of new signings Sebastián Córdova and Cristian Calderón.

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We have the foreign player spot and we are looking for another player who can contribute to keep adding and strengthening the squad, which I believe is quite strong thinking about seeking that much-desired title.

Sancho indicated that the team still has an open foreign player slot and is actively searching for another player to strengthen the squad. "We have the foreign player spot and we are looking for another player who can contribute to keep adding and strengthening the squad, which I believe is quite strong thinking about seeking that much-desired title," he stated.

The club is also nearing the acquisition of Víctor Arteaga from Toluca. Sancho confirmed that Arteaga is undergoing medical examinations and is expected to be the third signing for the upcoming tournament, filling the position left by César Garza's departure. Regarding Robert Morales, Sancho clarified that he is not leaving the team, as he still has six months remaining on his contract, and Pumas even holds an option to purchase his rights.

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It's in the process, he's undergoing medical exams, the idea is also to integrate him due to César Garza's departure, he comes to cover that position.

Sancho also addressed speculation surrounding the potential signing of Oussama Idrissi. He acknowledged that rumors exist, particularly due to Idrissi's past connection with coach Esteban Solari at Pachuca, but firmly stated that Idrissi is not currently on their radar. "I know things are speculated and talked about, but we don't have him [on the radar], I know maybe they relate him because he was with Tano, but we haven't spoken with him," Sancho said. He reiterated that while they are seeking a dynamic player, Idrissi has not been contacted.

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He is our player and he is here, he has a contract with us; we have a loan with Toluca for the whole year. He met the requirements to continue in the institution and we have a purchase option for the end of the year.

Sancho described the arrivals of Córdova and Calderón as crucial for strengthening the team's championship aspirations. He highlighted their experience in Mexican football, talent, past championship wins, and current strong form as key attributes that will contribute to Pumas' pursuit of their eighth league title.

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I know things are speculated and talked about, but we don't have him [on the radar], I know maybe they relate him because he was with Tano, but we haven't spoken with him.