UNAM Pumas have signed Keylor Navas, the Costa Rican goalkeeper, in a major transfer deal. Navas joins the Liga MX club on a one-year contract with an option for another year.

What happened?

The transfer fee for Navas is around $1.3 million to $1.7 million, with the player leaving Newell's Old Boys in Argentina after tough negotiations between the clubs. Navas will undergo medical tests and sign the contract in Mexico City.

Why it matters for UNAM Pumas

The signing of Navas is a major coup for UNAM Pumas, who have struggled in the early matches of the Apertura 2025 season. Navas brings a wealth of experience to the club, having won three straight Champions League titles with Real Madrid from 2016 to 2018.

What comes next?

Navas could make his debut for UNAM Pumas on Friday against Querétaro at Estadio Corregidora. The club's fans have reacted with excitement to the signing, sharing memes and posts about the 'bombazo' signing that pairs Navas with Aaron Ramsey, another recent addition from Europe. | Player | Transfer Fee | | Keylor Navas | $1.3 million to $1.7 million |

Navas's arrival adds to a growing list of European stars in Liga MX, including Sergio Ramos at Monterrey and James Rodríguez at León, boosting the league's appeal. At 38, Navas brings a wealth of experience to UNAM Pumas' defense. He led Costa Rica to the 2014 World Cup quarterfinals, earning global respect for his reflexes and leadership. The negotiations for Navas's transfer hit rough patches, with the player reportedly forcing his exit from Newell's amid a strained relationship. However, the focus now shifts to his integration into the squad.