América will not let Israel Reyes go to Roma for less than seven million dollars, a figure that triples the Italian team's initial offer. Despite the strong interest in La Loba before the 2026 World Cup, the Águilas board remains firm in its economic position due to the versatility and resources of the Mexican defender.
The push and pull for the World Cup defender
The outlook for the defender to emigrate to Serie A is in a financial dilemma that slows down negotiations:
Those around Roma consider that the Mexican is the ideal piece to shore up a respected defense for the demanding season ahead, which includes Serie A, the Coppa Italia and the Champions League.
The selection factor and the devaluation in the World Cup
The Azulcrema board hoped that the defender would enhance his value in the World Cup, but he did not have the expected exposure. When push came to shove, Javier Aguirre's coaching staff decided to bet on the offensive projection of Jorge Sánchez and the speed of Mateo Chávez (AZ Alkmaar player), leaving Reyes with few minutes on the field.
Immediate reappearance in the Apertura 2026
While it is defined whether Roma will shake its wallet to cover Coapa's demands, the player will immediately report to the club:
