After it was decided that his contract with León would not be extended, one option for James Rodríguez, a 34-year-old Colombian attacking midfielder, was a return to São Paulo for a second spell in Brazilian football. However, the club's interest eventually decreased due to its signing policy, which gives priority to players who are lower in cost and fall within a more specific age range. This season, Rodríguez has made 14 appearances in the Liga MX Apertura, contributing 3 goals and 2 assists. The Colombian international has 122 caps and 31 goals for his country. His current market value is €2.50m, according to Transfermarkt, and he has been linked with other clubs in Mexico, including Cruz Azul and Pumas UNAM.