Sergio Ramos signs with Rayados de Monterrey, one of the most important transfers in Liga MX. According to reports from Fox Sports and ABC, the Spanish defender signed a pre-contract with the Mexican club this Sunday. Although some paperwork is still pending, everything is set for the 2010 World Cup champion to join Rayados.
Ramos, preparing in his hometown in Spain, passed the medical and physical exams without any issues this Monday. These exams were key for the club to ensure that the player is in optimal condition to compete at a professional level. After passing these tests, everything indicates that his signing will be finalized in the coming hours and the news will be officially announced.
His arrival in Mexico
Although the agreement is practically closed, Ramos will not travel to Mexico immediately. He is expected to arrive in Monterrey toward the end of the week, approximately on Friday, February 7. His official presentation could be between February 10 and 16, coinciding with his first training sessions.
Regarding Rayados's commitments, the team has a tight schedule. On Wednesday, February 5, they will face Forge in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, an international tournament held annually.
Additionally, on Saturday, February 8, Rayados will visit FC Juárez to play the sixth round of Liga MX. Although Ramos will not be available for these matches, his arrival strengthens Monterrey's defense for upcoming encounters.
The role of Spanish teammates
One of the key factors in Sergio Ramos's decision to join Rayados de Monterrey has been the influence of his Spanish teammates, Oliver Torres and Sergio Canales. Both players spoke to him about the club's virtues and what it would offer him both in terms of sports and quality of life in the city of Monterrey. These conversations were crucial for the experienced defender to decide to join the Mexican team.
Additionally, Ramos seems to have been impressed by the solidity of Rayados's sports project. The club's plans for the season, as well as the ambition to compete internationally, were factors that also weighed in his decision.
The motivation of the Club World Cup
One of the main reasons for his signing was his desire to play in the 2025 Club World Cup, for which Monterrey is already qualified. The group with teams like Inter, River, and Urawa excited Ramos, who hasn't played since his departure from Sevilla.
Ramos sees the Club World Cup as an opportunity to play his last FIFA tournament, which motivated him to join Rayados. This will be an important challenge in his career and will allow him to continue showing his quality at the highest level.