Arribo de Juan Guillermo Cuadrado a Colombia: reunión desató rumor de nuevo club y no es Junior

Juan Guillermo Cuadrado arrived in Colombia recently, sparking speculation about his potential return to the Colombian Football Professional League (FPC). The veteran midfielder, who had been playing with Pisa in Italy, confirmed the end of his contract with the club after failing to achieve his goal of participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His arrival in the country was accompanied by appearances alongside former teammates such as Yerry Mina and Juan Manuel Rengifo, as well as Chilean forward Matías Fernández and agent Andrei Martinez. According to reports from local media, the meeting took place for commercial purposes rather than as a sign of interest from a specific team. The move has reignited discussions around Cuadrado’s future within Colombian football. While some initially speculated that he might join Junior de Barranquilla, this has since been clarified. The encounter was described as being related to business matters, specifically the inauguration of the first phase of Guatape Plaza, which is set to take place soon. Despite these developments, there has yet to be any official confirmation regarding his next steps. In addition to Cuadrado's situation, other Colombian players have also been the subject of recent rumors. Diego Novoa, who previously played for Millonarios, has signed with a new club for a one-year term. Meanwhile, Dávinson Sánchez and Juan Fernando Quintero have also drawn attention. Sánchez is linked with clubs such as Como and Inter Milan, while Quintero could potentially join Cagliari, where he would share the squad with Yerry Mina. Cuadrado’s decision to leave Pisa comes after a season that saw him play 19 matches for the club, scoring one penalty against AC Milan and receiving three yellow cards. His overall performance was rated at a 6.6, according to reports. He also participated in two Coppa Italia games, though he did not complete either match and was sent off during one. These results were reportedly below expectations, contributing to his decision to seek a new challenge. His return to Colombian football appears to be gaining momentum, especially given his desire to represent the national team in the upcoming World Cup. This ambition likely influenced his choice to terminate his contract with Pisa. Now back in Colombia, Cuadrado is likely to remain in the spotlight as teams continue to show interest in his services. As the second half of 2026 approaches, further details about his potential move should emerge, possibly leading to a formal announcement. Until then, the situation remains uncertain, with multiple options still on the table.