Despite being far removed from the 2014 World Cup which made him a household name, Rodriguez’s signing has been hailed as historic in Mexico. The most valuable player from last summer’s Copa America has chosen to play in Liga MX, spurning an opportunity to return home to Colombia ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Colombia captain James Rodriguez has joined Mexico's Liga MX side Club Leon from LaLiga's Rayo Vallecano on a free transfer, both teams announced on Monday.

After a brief stint with Rayo Vallecano, Colombia international James Rodríguez' next stop in Mexico's top flight will be eight-time champion Leon, one of three Mexican teams which have qualified for this year's Club World Cup.

Colombia international James Rodríguez has signed with Liga MX's León, the Mexican club announced on Monday. Recently a free agent after terminating his contract with Rayo Vallecano -- who initially signed James in August -- the 33-year-old will now join a León side that kicks off their 2025 Clausura run on Jan. 18.

Colombia star James Rodríguez arrived in Mexico on Monday amid widespread reports that he will sign a one-year contract with Club Leon.

Rodriguez is set to play in the competition along other big-name players like Inter Miami's Lionel Messi and more

Colombia captain and ex-Real Madrid star James Rodriguez has joined Mexico's Club Leon after a brief and unsuccessful stint with La Liga side Rayo Vallecano, the clubs announced on Monday.He lifted two La Liga titles and two Champions Leagues with Real Madrid and won two Bundesliga trophies during a loan spell at Bayern.

At 33 years old, James Rodríguez remains one of the most iconic players in the history of the Colombian national team. Now, as the newest addition to Club León, the midfielder celebrates his birthday during a pivotal moment: with hopes of winning his first Copa América this Sunday,

James Rodriguez's increasingly nomadic career has now seen the Colombia star head to Mexico following his departure from Rayo Vallecano.

Colombian soccer star James Rodriguez transfers to Mexico's Club Leon from Spain's Rayo Vallecano. The move, announced on Monday, sees Rodriguez sign a one-year contract with an optional extension. Previously,

Colombia star James Rodriguez is reportedly set to move to Mexican side Club Leon after mutually terminating his contract with Rayo Vallecano.

James Rodríguez, one of the great talents in world football, has left his mark on various teams throughout a career full of highs and lows.