Club América reportedly inquire about LAFC’s Denis Bouanga, who eliminated them from Club World Cup with game-winning goal

After a trophyless semester, Club América are preparing for their upcoming season as they aim to reclaim the Liga MX title and secure the CONCACAF Champions Cup - the only trophy missing under André Jardine. Among the players they are reportedly targeting is LAFC forward Denis Bouanga, whose performance helped eliminate América from the Club World Cup.

According to TUDN, América have formally asked LAFC about Bouanga, who struck late in the Play‑In round to score the crucial second goal that kept them out of the tournament.

LAFC are reportedly seeking a transfer fee in the region of $12 million, despite Bouanga’s current market valuation standing at approximately $9.2 million per Transfermarkt.

The striker is still with LAFC at the Club World Cup but he has underwhelmed so far - missing a penalty in the loss to ES Tunis that confirmed LAFC’s early exit.

Back in Mexico, América have kicked off their preseason in Cancún, including beach training. A friendly against Cancún FC is scheduled for Friday. Their Apertura 2025 opener is set for July 11 at FC Juárez, with no signings officially announced yet—though Cruz Azul midfielder Alexis Gutiérrez appears poised to become their first arrival.

Since his arrival in 2022, Bouanga has been pivotal in LAFC’s successes, helping them lift the MLS Cup and Supporters’ Shield. In 130 appearances, he has found the net 81 times and provided 37 assists.

Steve Cherundolo’s team, already eliminated from the Club World Cup, will wrap up its participation tonight against Flamengo at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.