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James Rodríguez joins Atlético Nacional after stint with Minnesota United

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 2:41 AM

Last updated Sep 11, 2026

James Rodríguez joins Atlético Nacional after stint with Minnesota United

Summary

James Rodríguez signed with Atlético Nacional on Thursday, returning to Colombia after a brief period in Major League Soccer. The 35-year-old midfielder joins the Medellín-based club as a free agent following his departure from Minnesota United. Rodríguez played only six matches for the MLS side during the first half of the year. Throughout his career, he has played for several clubs including Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Everton. He remains a prominent figure in international soccer, having led the Colombia national team to the 2024 Copa America final and participating in multiple World Cup tournaments. Atlético Nacional did not release the contract length or financial terms of the agreement.

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•James Rodríguez joined Atlético Nacional as a free agent on Thursday.
•The midfielder previously played six matches for Minnesota United in MLS.
•Rodríguez previously represented clubs including Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Everton.
•He won the 2014 World Cup Golden Boot while scoring six goals.
•The duration and financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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2:41 AMYahoo Sports — James Rodríguez heads home after brief MLS stint, signing with Atlético Nacional

What they're saying

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Rodríguez, a former Real Madrid midfielder who was a free agent, will play for Atlético Nacional, the most decorated club that is based in Medellín, in his home nation. Atlético Nacional did not disclose the financial details of the deal or the duration of it.
— Yahoo Sports

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