Ricardo Velho, a Portuguese goalkeeper currently with Farense, is being considered by Cruz Azul as a potential replacement for Kevin Mier. Velho is among several candidates on Cruz Azul's shortlist, which also includes Ezequiel Unsaín from Necaxa and Juan Musso, who has played for the Argentine national team. Cruz Azul is proactively seeking a new goalkeeper as Kevin Mier is expected to leave for European football following his impressive performances, including winning the Concachampions with Cruz Azul and debuting for the Colombian national team.