Pumas face potential signing of JJ Macías, according to Faitelson's criticism; a significant setback for the team, Faitelson claims
In the world of Mexican football, the possible arrival of José Juan Macías at Pumas has caused a significant stir. The striker, known for his impressive performance with León where he scored 19 goals, has a history that has sparked debate among fans and media alike.
Macías' career has been marred by injuries, with two anterior cruciate ligament tears at Chivas and numerous muscle injuries. These setbacks have resulted in him missing around 500 days of football during his career. This history of injuries, combined with his inconsistent performance in recent years, has led to criticism of Pumas for signing him.
Sports journalist David Faitelson has expressed his concern, stating that the possibility of seeing Macías as a Pumas footballer is another hard blow to the university's youth academy. The controversy centers around whether giving Macías another chance is a risky move for the club.
During his official presentation at Pumas, Macías himself acknowledged the challenge ahead. He asked the media not to expect much, stating, "Esperen cero expectativas de mí... para mí esto es como si volviera a debutar" ("Expect zero from me... it’s like I am debuting again"). This statement reflects Macías' awareness of his recent struggles and his intent to rebuild his career with the club.
Meanwhile, Allan Saint-Maximin's decision to join América, rather than pursue a career in Europe, has been based on family considerations. In contrast, Macías is looking for a new opportunity to restart his football career.
Macías' early career with Chivas saw him establish himself as a 'killer' striker. He returned to Chivas to be the team's '9' starter and had a good performance. However, his last adventure in Liga MX with Santos saw him pause his career at 25 years old.
As Macías is close to signing as a reinforcement for Pumas, Auric Green fans have expressed concern about signing a footballer who has not played professionally for around a year. Despite the controversy, Macías is determined to prove himself anew and reclaim his place as a top striker in Mexican football.
[1] - Source: El Universal [2] - Source: Milenio Deportes
European football leagues might question Macías' fitness and form, given his history of injuries and inconsistent performance. Despite the concerns of some, Macías is eager to restart his football career with Pumas, stating it's like he is debuting again.
