⚠️ Rodolfo Cota set to join Cruz Azul
Rodolfo Cota is once again making headlines in the transfer market, as just a year after his arrival at América, the goalkeeper could be leaving for one of the club's biggest rivals.
This Thursday it emerged that Cruz Azul would be interested in the services of the goalkeeper, given the possible departure of Kevin Mier to Europe.
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Cota arrived at Coapa on loan until 2026, but América is reportedly not interested in acquiring his rights, and León, with whom he has a contract until 2027, would be looking to move him on.
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