David Ospina’s contract with Atlante FC has been terminated after less than a month, with the team citing a recurring elbow injury.
The tenure of veteran goalkeeper David Ospina in Mexican football has come to an abrupt and scoreless end. Atlante FC officially announced the termination of the 37-year-old’s contract less than a month after his high-profile presentation as a major reinforcement for the ‘Potros de Hierro’.
An Abrupt Departure Driven by Injury
Ospina had signed an initial one-year deal on July 20, 2026, arriving shortly after his participation with the Colombia national team at the North American World Cup, where he served as a squad leader without making an appearance on the pitch. However, physical setbacks quickly derailed his stint in the Mexican capital.
Manager Miguel “El Piojo” Herrera revealed ahead of a Leagues Cup match against the Vancouver Whitecaps on August 3 that the goalkeeper had managed only a few training sessions before suffering a blow to his elbow. That impact triggered a recurrence of a severe elbow injury that Ospina previously carried during his time with Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia. Weeks before the club informed that it terminated the contract of the goalkeeper, the coach had already manifested that he did not know whether the player was part of the club or not due to his physical condition.
The Atlante Club reports that, by mutual agreement with goalkeeper David Ospina, it has been determined to end his bond with the institution. The decision was made prioritizing at all times the well-being and health of the Colombian goalkeeper and the objectives of the institution. Atlante FC, official club statement via El Colombiano
Ultimately, health and well-being priorities prevailed, leading to the mutual rescission of the contract.
Jordan García Steps In for the ‘Potros de Hierro’
To stabilize the position amidst great uncertainty in the goal due to the medical situation of his compatriot, Atlante moved swiftly to secure a replacement. The club announced the signing of 21-year-old Colombian goalkeeper Jordan García on a one-year loan deal that includes an option to buy in favor of Atlante once the period ends.
Through its official channels and azulgrana accounts, the club welcomed its new reinforcement, presenting the player signing his contract alongside the announcement that Jordan García was signed and ready for anything with the Iron Colts, regardless of whether people liked it or not.
Atlante FC announced that Jordan García was signed and ready for anything with the Iron Colts, regardless of whether people liked it or not. Atlante FC, official club announcement via Win Sports
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