Christian Borja, a Colombian left-back, arrived in Mexico City early Tuesday to sign his contract with América. The 31-year-old player, who previously played for Toluca in Liga MX, arrived in the Mexican capital without making any statements. He will finalize details before signing a contract with the current two-time champions.
Similar to Rodrigo Aguirre, Borja will undergo the necessary medical examinations in Coapa before completing negotiations. Borja, a free agent, will sign a three-year contract with the Coapa-based team.
With his arrival, André Jardine will have another option to compete on the left wing, alongside Christian ‘Chicote’ Calderón. However, the player will not be available for the Matchday 3 Apertura 2024 fixture once morest Tigres at the Estadio Universitario.
América has now secured six reinforcements for the Leagues Cup and the Apertura 2024. Erick ‘Chiquito’ Sánchez, José Iván Rodríguez, Rodolfo Cota, and Alan Cervantes are the four confirmed signings, while Rodrigo Aguirre and Christian Borja have yet to be officially presented by the team.
Before joining the Eagles, Cristian spent five years playing in European football. After a year with Toluca in Liga MX, the Colombian left for the Old Continent, where he played for teams such as Sporting Lisbon, Sporting Braga, and Alanyaspor in Türkiye.
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Christian Borja Joins Club América: Colombian Left Back Bolsters Eagles’ Defense
Club América, the reigning two-time Liga MX champion, has strengthened its left flank with the arrival of experienced Colombian left-back Christian Borja. The 31-year-old, who previously played for Toluca in Liga MX, landed in Mexico City on Tuesday morning to finalise his transfer agreement.
Borja’s Return to Liga MX: A Three-Year Deal
Borja, who arrives at Club América as a free agent, will sign a three-year contract. He will undergo medical examinations in Coapa before officially signing the deal. Similar to Rodrigo Aguirre, who also arrived at Club América recently, Borja did not make any public statements upon his arrival, focusing on completing the necessary formalities before joining the team.
Intensifying Competition for the Left-Back Spot
With Borja’s arrival, manager André Jardine will have another option for the left-back position. He joins Christian ‘Chicote’ Calderón in the fight for a starting spot. However, Borja won’t be available for Club América’s upcoming match once morest Tigres on Matchday 3 of the Apertura 2024. He will miss the game at the Estadio Azteca as he focuses on settling into the team.
Six New Additions for Club América in the 2024 Season
Borja’s signing marks the sixth reinforcement for Club América during the summer transfer window. The club is preparing for a busy schedule, including the Leagues Cup and the remainder of the Apertura 2024 season. The other confirmed signings include:
- Erick ‘Chiquito’ Sanchez
- José Iván Rodríguez
- Rodolfo Cota
- Alan Cervantes
While Rodrigo Aguirre and Christian Borja have not yet been officially presented by the club, their arrivals are imminent, further strengthening the roster of the reigning Liga MX champions.
Borja’s Journey: From Toluca to Europe and Back
Before signing with Club América, Borja spent five years playing in European football. Following a season with Toluca in Liga MX, he moved to the Old Continent, where he played for several well-known clubs, including:
- Sporting Lisbon
- Sporting Braga
- Alanyaspor of Türkiye
Now, Borja returns to Liga MX with a wealth of experience from his time in Europe. He will be looking to make a significant impact at Club América, adding competition to the left-back position and contributing to the team’s continued success.
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