Atletico Nacional Agrees to Sign San Jose Earthquakes' Chicho Arango

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Atletico Nacional has agreed to a deal to sign forward Chicho Arango from the San Jose Earthquakes, according to sources. The move comes as a surprise as Arango only signed a new long-term contract with the Quakes this offseason. Arango, 30, had 13 goals and 3 assists for San Jose last year, his only season with the club. He has played for several teams since 2021, including Millionarios, LAFC, Pachuca, and Real Salt Lake.

Why it matters

Arango's transfer to Atletico Nacional is unexpected, as he had just signed a new long-term deal with the Earthquakes. This move will leave San Jose with two open designated player slots to fill as they look to rebuild their attack for the 2026 season.

The details

Atletico Nacional, a Colombian club, has agreed to sign Chicho Arango from the San Jose Earthquakes. Arango, 30, had a productive 2025 season with the Quakes, scoring 13 goals and adding 3 assists. However, he will now be joining his sixth club since 2021, having previously played for Millionarios, LAFC, Pachuca, Real Salt Lake, and San Jose.

• Arango signed a new long-term contract with the San Jose Earthquakes this offseason.
• Arango will be joining Atletico Nacional in the upcoming 2026 season.

What’s next

San Jose will need to find a replacement for Chicho Arango and fill two designated player slots on their roster ahead of the 2026 MLS season.