Report: Cruz Azul's Alexis Gutiérrez set to join Club América ahead of Apertura 2025

Club América are set to make Alexis Gutiérrez their first signing of the summer, as the club has reportedly reached an agreement with Cruz Azul for the 25-year-old midfielder. The transfer is expected to become official in the coming days, pending final paperwork and minor details.

Sources close to the negotiation told ESPN that the deal is a permanent transfer, with América expected to pay around $6.7 million for Gutiérrez, a left-sided midfielder who came up through Cruz Azul’s academy. He is set to sign a three-year contract with an option for a fourth year, depending on performance.

Gutiérrez made his professional debut in the 2019 Clausura and has since played 103 matches for Cruz Azul, scoring six goals and registering eight assists. Known for his versatility and playmaking from the left wing, he’s expected to compete directly with Brian Rodríguez for a starting spot - though Rodríguez may be on his way out, with interest from MLS and Spanish clubs.

América's front office plans to make at least four signings this transfer window, with Gutiérrez being the first. In addition to a left winger, the club is targeting a striker, an attacking midfielder, and potentially a right-back.

So far, the only confirmed departure from Club América is Chilean midfielder Diego Valdés. Meanwhile, Dutch winger Javairo Dilrosun -on loan at LAFC for the Club World Cup - has seen limited action, featuring just 45 minutes. LAFC hold a $5 million purchase option, but if they decline to exercise it, América are expected to move him elsewhere, as he is not in their long-term plans.

Las Águilas returned to training this week as they begin preparations for the Apertura 2025, where they’ll kick off the season on July 11 with an away match against FC Juárez on Matchday 1.