Softfootball confirms that Minnesota United have officially sealed the signing of James Rodríguez, completing a major move in the MLS transfer market. The former Real Madrid midfielder has agreed a contract that will keep him at the club until June 2026, with an option included to extend the deal until December.
The latest development was confirmed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on his official X handle, following earlier reports that a verbal agreement was already in place between the player and the club. Final details have now been sorted and the deal completed.
According to Romano’s update:
OFFICIAL: Minnesota United confirm deal done for James Rodriguez until June 2026. There’s option included to extend until December.
Rodríguez was expected to join Minnesota United as a free agent and had shown clear intent to begin a new chapter in his career. Speculations were intensified after the Colombian star posted a cryptic “here we go” message on his official X handle, signaling his eagerness to finalize the move and confirming talks were at their final stages.
The signing represents a statement of ambition from Minnesota United, who see Rodríguez’s experience and creativity as a major boost to their squad.
