South American clubs add key signings ahead of 2026 season

Several clubs in Argentina, Colombia and Chile confirmed new players as the 2026 football season approaches.

Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata completed the loan signing of Colombian goalkeeper Harlen Castillo from Atlético Nacional on an 18‑month deal lasting until December 2027.

Millonarios announced a series of arrivals for the second half of the year, including Ecuadorian goalkeeper Javier Burrai, striker Francisco Chaverra, midfielder Daniel Ruiz and the return of defender Darwin Cortés, aiming to qualify for the postseason quadrangulars.

Atlético Nacional said it would consider veteran defender Jeison Murillo as a fallback if the transfer of Jeison Quiñones falls through, with a possible $400,000 fee.

Deportes Tolima recorded comfortable wins in two preseason friendlies against Fortaleza, scoring five goals in total.

Boca Juniors finalized the signing of Colombian goalkeeper Álvaro Montero on a four‑year contract worth about four million dollars, making him the tallest keeper in the club’s history.

O’Higgins secured Chilean defender Tomás Avilés on loan from Inter Miami after his spell in MLS alongside Lionel Messi.

Atlético Bucaramanga reported verbal agreements with goalkeeper Diego Novoa and midfielder Víctor Cantillo as it prepares its squad for the Liga BetPlay II.