Former Arsenal and Juventus star, Aaron Ramsey has recently signed for Liga MX side Pumas UNAM. After leaving championship side Cardiff City on a free transfer, the player will carry on his career in Mexico. The 34-year-old midfielder has a lot of experience across Europe. Playing for clubs like Juventus, Gunners, Rangers, and Cardiff City. He will now head to Mexico for a new challenge in a new league. Pumas playing in the top flight of Mexico are seen as the top four teams of the league. But they have won the league for more than a decade now with their last win in the year 2011. Aaron Ramsey was once a great midfielder in his prime known across Europe. He was available on a free transfer after he departs from Cardiff City at the end of his contract. His arrival at the Pumas marks a new beginning.
Aaron Ramsey presented in front of Pumas UNAM fans in Mexico City. This is a turn-out for a friendly! 🇲🇽 pic.twitter.com/9hX12YFQ8d
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Aaron Ramsey’s career journey so far:
Aaron Ramsey’s career has seen him grow quickly through the ranks. The Welsh international grew from a talented kid in Cardiff City, where he moved to Arsenal under Wenger. Became one of the fan favorites of the time at the Gunners squad at the Emirates. In his time at the Gunners, he won three FA Cups and was also awarded the Best Arsenal Player of the Season for two times. In his career at the Gunners two of his goals hold close to him. Both came in the final of the FA Cup in 2014 and 2017 respectively. After leaving Arsenal he made his move to Serie A giants, Juventus on a free transfer. Winning the Serie A title but during this time he faced a lot of injuries. He later moved to Rangers on loan and returned to Cardiff City at last.
Why Pumas signed Aaron Ramsey:
Pumas see Aaron Ramsey as a player of experience who can set himself as a leader among the young players. The Pumas coach Efraín Juárez, represents the same agency as Aaron Ramsey. The two-time Player of the Season, Aaron Ramsey became a key figure in making this deal happen. As Ramsey finished the last season as the interim coach of his boyhood club Cardiff City. His club experience includes big clubs like Arsenal, Juventus, Rangers, Nice, and Cardiff City. Along with the club experience, Aaron is also the captain of the Wales National team. With 86 appearances for Wales, the midfielder helped his country reach the Euro 2016 semifinals. Leading both his club and country from the front. With Ramsey’s addition in the squad, the young members of the Pumas squad will potentially develop.
How does Ramsey feel about the move?
After arriving at the Mexico City airport for his medical in a work visa in Mexico. “I’ve seen some matches [from Liga MX] and I am very impressed, there are some really good squads here and I’m excited to be in this competition now,” Ramsey said. With the 2026 FIFA Club World Cup set to start next year, the Welsh captain believes that the “World Cup is a massive carrot being dangled.” He would like to maintain his form and also get ready to lead his country from the front again in the major tournament. As the tournament is also set to happen in Mexico along with the co-hosts, USA, and Canada.
Author’s opinion:
Despite being claimed as a top-four side in the League the Pumas suffered a terrible season this time. Finishing in 10th position in the table knocked at the play-off round. But the addition of Aaron’s experience to this young squad will be a major plus point for the team. This signing will add leadership and experience to the squad in their fight for the Liga MX title.
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