Athletico has signed Colombian winger Kerwin Vargas from Charlotte FC. Several Brazilian clubs were interested in the 24-year-old, including Corinthians, Grêmio, São Paulo, and Santos, but the project offered by the Paranaense club was ultimately successful. The deal is valued at approximately 8 million dollars, combining a fixed fee and variables, and includes a contract until 2030. Vargas joined Charlotte FC in May 2022 and has 2 caps and 2 goals for the Colombia U23 national team. In the 2025/2026 Major League Soccer season, he made 15 appearances, scoring 2 goals and providing 3 assists. His current market value is €3.50m, according to Transfermarkt.