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Cruzeiro Signs Argentine Star Rojas for 2030 World Cup Dream
8 Jun
Summary
- Rojas signed with Cruzeiro for around R$30 million.
- He aims to position himself for the 2030 World Cup.
- Rojas previously won two titles with Racing.
Cruzeiro has officially signed Argentine left-back Gabriel Rojas as their first mid-year transfer window acquisition. The 28-year-old defender joins from Racing for a reported R$30 million, payable in installments. Rojas has long been a target for Cruzeiro's board, with director Joaquim Pinto having scouted him previously in 2018.
Rojas' move is strategically motivated by his ambition to participate in the 2030 World Cup. He views playing in the more competitive Brazilian league as a means to stay on coach Lionel Scaloni's radar. Rojas enjoyed significant success at Racing, winning the 2024 Copa Sudamericana and the 2025 Recopa, and was also part of the Argentine national team's preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup.
At Cruzeiro, Rojas will compete for his position with the promising youngster Kaiki, who is also a potential national team prospect. Cruzeiro recently rejected a €15 million offer for Kaiki, indicating their confidence in his long-term value.
