Miguel Tapias, a 29-year-old Mexican centre-back, who was brought in to give solidity and experience to the team, has struggled with injuries and inconsistency, preventing him from establishing himself in Guadalajara's defense. He played only four matches last semester for a total of 158 minutes. In the final stage of the current tournament, other players were preferred in his position by the coaching staff. His continuity is described as uncertain. Tapias joined the club on January 2, 2025, and his contract expires on December 31, 2027. His current Transfermarkt market value is €1.50m.