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James Rodríguez returns to Atlético Nacional as several players switch clubs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 9:06 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

James Rodríguez returns to Atlético Nacional as several players switch clubs

Summary

James Rodríguez has returned to Atlético Nacional, signing a contract with the Colombian club. The former World Cup star joins a series of recent transfers involving free agents as the market remains active. Other notable moves include Ismaël Bennacer to Al-Gharafa and Juan Cuadrado to Millonarios. Borussia Mönchengladbach parted ways with head coach Eugen Polanski after a poor start to the Bundesliga season, having lost all three matches so far. In addition, Valencia replaced Carlos Corberán with Oscar Sánchez on an interim basis as head coach.

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Status Watch

•James Rodríguez signs with Atlético Nacional after free agency.
•Ismaël Bennacer joins Al-Gharafa following release from AC Milan.
•Juan Cuadrado signs with Millonarios as a free agent.
•Borussia Mönchengladbach fires coach Eugen Polanski after three losses.
•Valencia appoints Oscar Sánchez as interim head coach.

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What they're saying

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The free agent market is still moving quietly in the background. James Rodríguez has finally found the right fit. The hero of the 2014 World Cup is making his long-awaited return home by signing with...
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