# Liga MX Apertura 2026 transfer market activity

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/liga-mx-apertura-2026-transfer-market-activity
> Updated: 2026-09-05T19:47:45.000Z. Sources: 34. Developments: 4.

Club América has officially signed 33-year-old Colombian striker Miguel Ángel Borja for the Apertura 2026 tournament. Arriving from UAE-based Al Wasl, Borja is expected to sign a contract through 2028. The transfer, valued at approximately 2 to 2.5 million dollars, follows a failed negotiation with Cruz Azul due to foreign player quota issues.

As of early September, Borja has begun working to regain competitive rhythm and physical fitness following injuries, including knee and Achilles tendon issues. He recently scored his first goal for the club while playing with the Sub-21 team in a victory against Xolos de Tijuana, assisted by Alejandro Zendejas. Borja, along with Zendejas and goalkeeper Luis Ángel Malagón, is expected to rejoin the first team soon under manager Guillermo Almada.

Borja’s arrival is part of a strategic shift by owner Emilio Azcárraga to integrate more young players, a goal that also drove the hiring of Almada to replace André Jardine. Borja is expected to compete for attacking positions alongside captain Henry Martín. While Borja was registered to potentially debut in Matchday 6 against Puebla, his recent participation with the youth squad highlights his ongoing recovery process. 

Other club developments include interest in midfielder Nelson Deossa and reports that defender Sebastián Cáceres has faced interest from Spanish club Celta de Vigo, though the player has not pressured the club for a transfer.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: Miguel Borja scores debut goal for Club América Sub-21

Miguel Borja scored his first goal for Club América during a Sub-21 match against Xolos de Tijuana, marking a step toward his return to the first team.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/miguel-borja-scores-debut-goal-for-club-amrica-sub-21

### 2026-08-25: Club América prepares for Liga MX Matchday 6 with Miguel Borja debut potential

Club América prepares for Liga MX Matchday 6 with Miguel Borja eligible for his debut against Puebla. Meanwhile, Pachuca faces pressure over home form and Sebastián Cáceres discusses interest from Celta de Vigo

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/club-amrica-strengthens-squad-with-borja-registration-and-deossa-pursuit

### 2026-08-19: Miguel Borja joins Club América as new striker

Club América has officially signed Colombian striker Miguel Borja from Al Wasl to strengthen their attack for the Apertura 2026 season.

32 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/football-transfer-updates-borja-nears-amrica-move-and-benfica-eyes-di-lollo

### 2026-08-19: Liga MX clubs active in Apertura 2026 transfer market

Liga MX clubs are active in the Apertura 2026 market, with Club América signing Miguel Ángel Borja and Monterrey remaining open to further reinforcements.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/liga-mx-clubs-active-in-apertura-2026-transfer-market

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