Nacional takes away from América a winger praised by ‘Polilla’

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Atlético Nacional continues to look at its alternatives in the transfer market. Analyze the elements to completely break the transfer window and not fail. The purslane team moves in Colombia and abroad in search of the best chips to return to the ring as strong as possible after the failure in the first half of 2024, where it was left out in the preliminary phase of the Copa Libertadores and did not qualify for home runs of the Colombian League. The sights are placed on a player from América de Cali.

In the last hours, sources close to Atlético Nacional confirmed that the player Andrés Sarmiento will sign with the green club after passing through América de Cali. As soon as the Uruguayan coach Jorge ‘Polilla’ Da Silva signed his return to ‘La Mechita’, he showered this end with praise, he wanted him in his group of players, but things did not go well and the footballer will travel to Medellín.

According to journalist Juan David Londoño, There is an agreement between clubs for Andrés Sarmiento to leave América de Cali and go to Atlético Nacional. The winger would go on loan, although the player is not entirely convinced of taking this leap for his career. It would be his second cycle with the Purslane club, of which he is a youth player.

It is worth noting that this player has been active in the rumors of the transfer market. For example, There was also talk of a possible transfer to Millonarios, Well, the Bogotá club is looking for wingers to contribute to coach Alberto Gamero’s scheme.

The day ‘Polilla’ Da Silva praised Andrés Sarmiento

In past days, The Uruguayan coach opposed the departure of Andrés Sarmiento and he made it clear that he is counting on him for his sports project. As the weeks progressed, the parties grew apart and the footballer showed his desire to leave América de Cali.

“I want Andrés Sarmiento to continue, the decision to continue in the club lies with the player. He is a midfielder with a great game, I would like him to stay with us,” said ‘Polilla’ Da Silva in dialogue with Antena 2 at the end of the month of May.

In this way, América loses a player that the coaching staff viewed very favorably. Andrés Sarmiento says no to Millonarios and will return to complete his second cycle at Atlético Nacional.

Social Communicator and Journalist specialized in sports with more than 9 years of experience in the media. With a soccer mind and a Santafero heart, passionate about cycling. He covers the day-to-day life of Colombian football, Atlético Nacional, América de Cali, Millonarios, Colombia National Team, Colombian players abroad, etc. Diploma in sports journalism / tactics and strategy in football and digital journalism. I have worked in highly recognized media such as El Espectador, Diario AS Colombia, El Periódico Deportivo and Colombia.com. Coverage in Bolavip from 2021.