Matías Almeyda will begin a new cycle in Mexican soccer. The Argentine strategist will command Rayados de Monterrey in the Apertura 2026. El “Pelado” would have in his plans the purchase of an old acquaintance throughout his career: Orbelin Pineda.

According to information from 365 Score, Matías Alemyda would like to acquire the services of Orbelin Pineda. The Mexican soccer player has been in Europe for several seasons. Almeyda would be the only one capable of convincing the former Chivas player.

"I know that it can be tiring and that it is the same rumor every season. Now, at the request of Matías Almeyda, Rayados de Monterrey is looking for Orbelín Pineda," the information indicates.

The same report explains that contacts between the player and the club would have already begun. The contract termination clause would be around $9.3 million dollars. This is a very high figure. The negotiators of the Mexican team will have to haggle with AEK Athens.

Orbelín Pineda ends his contract with the AEKL in 2027. If the Mexican does not want to renew with the Greek team, the club's directors must consider selling him. It is there where Rayados de Monterrey has an advantage.

The whim of Matías Almeyda

Orbelín Pineda is already a trusted man in Matías Almeyda's career. “Pelado” counted on the Mexican in his first experience in Liga MX with Chivas de Guadalajara.

Matías Almeyda began his adventure in European football in the 2022-2023 season. In this process with AEK Athens, Almeyda trusted Orbelín to bring him to the Greek team. It is worth mentioning that the Mexican soccer player was coming from low moments in his career due to lack of opportunities at Celta de Vigo in Spain.

If this transaction is completed, Matías Almeyda would have among his players, for the third time in his career, Orbelin Pineda. “Pelado” and Orbelín have already won together a Liga MX, a Copa MX, a Supercopa MX and a Concacaf Champions League.