Atlético Nacional manages high-profile roster moves

Atlético Nacional is evaluating its squad for the 2027 season, focusing on both high-profile acquisitions and long-term player retention. The club is considering exercising a purchase option for 22-year-old winger Nicolás Rodríguez, who joined on loan from Orlando City. Rodríguez has recorded two goals and six assists in 28 matches during the 2026 season. If the club executes the purchase, Orlando City will retain a percentage of any future sale.

Additionally, the club has secured the signing of James Rodríguez. Reports indicate that Rodríguez’s salary could reach approximately 1,000 million Colombian pesos per month, potentially making him the highest-paid player in the history of Colombian football. His arrival follows other significant moves in the league, including Juan Guillermo Cuadrado to Millonarios and Juan Fernando Quintero to Medellín.