Former Real Madrid soccer star James Rodríguez joins Atlético Nacional
Colombia international James Rodríguez has decided to return home to play for Atlético Nacional. The former Real Madrid midfielder was a free agent after a brief stint with MLS side Minnesota United in the United States. Atlético Nacional, based in Medellín, is the most decorated club in his home nation. The club did not disclose the financial details or duration of the deal. Rodríguez, 35, has played for several clubs since 2022, including Olympiacos, Sao Paulo, and Rayo Vallecano.
He became a worldwide star at the 2014 World Cup, winning the Golden Boot as the tournament’s leading scorer.
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