Cruz Azul has started to make moves in the transfer market, after confirming the departure of Mauro Zaleta to Necaxa. The team is looking to strengthen its squad for the Apertura 2026, where Joel Huiqui will aim to win the championship again.

What happened with Juan Calero?

Juan José Calero, son of the legendary Miguel Calero, has committed to Cruz Azul for the next two seasons. The forward has been training with the team for a week and is expected to compete for a starting spot.

What's going on with César Montes?

César Montes is another target for Cruz Azul, although nothing is clear yet regarding his transfer. The plan is to wait until the World Cup is over to negotiate his incorporation. His transfer would cost around $7.5 million.

What's happening with Juan Brunetta?

Juan Brunetta is the dream of all Cruz Azul fans, although his representative is offering him insistently in the transfer market. The team is interested, but no departures have been made to advance his transfer.

Cruz Azul is currently in third place in the Liga MX, with 33 points and a goal difference of +13, after their last win against U.N.A.M. - Pumas on May 25, 2026. The team is looking to continue adding points and maintaining its position in the table, with their next match against Philadelphia Union on August 7, 2026.