The article explains how the transfer market for Scarlet’s team is shaping up for the 2023 season, offering fans a clear view of the key moves and strategic goals.
In 2022, Cali America had a memorable first half under Osorio, yet the campaign finished with the team outside the league title contention and a late push that barely pushed them into the semifinals. With a resolve to deliver joy to supporters in 2023, the club management initiated a thorough squad refresh, aiming to secure at least one league title and maintain a leading role across national and international competitions.
Here are the most important updates about the Scarlets for the upcoming year.
ARGENTINE TALENT FOR THE ATTACK
On Christmas Eve, the Red Devil announced a fresh attacking addition: Facundo Suarez, a 28-year-old Argentinian striker who joined as a free agent after leaving Oriente Petrolero of Bolivia. The signing signals a renewed emphasis on speed, finishing, and creativity up front.
AMERICAN BOMBS WITH QUINTERO
On December 23, 2022, veteran striker Charles Darwin Quintero returned to Colombian football, signing with the Valle del Cauca club after his stint abroad. Known as “the scientist,” Quintero left Houston Dynamo to join America, becoming a pivotal signing for the season and the third reinforcement for 2023.
The club confirmed Quintero as its third reinforcement for 2023, wishing him success on the field in Scarlet colors.
— America from Cali official channel
GIRALDO WILL BE PIJAO
Nicholas Giraldo is close to joining Deportes Tolima after ending his spell with America de Cali in early December. The left-back was in Ibagué to complete medicals and, if cleared, would become a new member of the Pijao team.
Left back Nicolás Giraldo is in Ibagué to present medical checks with Deportes Tolima. If cleared, he will join the Tolima squad.
AMERICA STAYS WITH BARRIOS
Cristian Barrios, a high-market winger from Barranquilla, was unveiled as a Scarlet player after signing through 2025. He became the second confirmed reinforcement for 2023, bringing pace, skill, and a goal threat to the flank.
Cristian Barrios, welcome to the passion of a people!
⚡ The Colombian winger joins América de Cali to contribute his quality in pursuit of goals in 2023.
DOES PORTILLA GO?
Juan Camilo Portilla enjoyed a strong season and attracted interest from clubs in Argentina and Brazil. Reports indicated possible moves, with Portilla free to consider offers that suit him, thanks to a termination clause in his contract.
A strong narrative began to form around the market interests in Argentina and Brazil as Portilla weighed his options after a standout year in the squad.
FALQUE, ANOTHER YEAR
Iago Falque arrived as one of the league’s notable signings last year. Despite an uneven start and an extended injury recovery, his performances improved, earning him a contract extension for 2023—the club publicly confirmed the renewal.
The story continues! Iago Falque has extended his contract and will bring his flair to Scarlet in 2023.
ARRIETA, VERA AND NOVOA CONTINUE
América de Cali confirmed the continuity of three players for the next season: Cristian Arrieta, Diego Novoa, and Brayan Vera. Arrieta and Novoa saw contract extensions, while Vera joined from Lecce to strengthen the squad for 2023.
IT’S GOING! After finalizing the deal with the Italian club, America secured Brayan Vera, and Diego Novoa extended his deal to defend the jersey in 2023.
Cristian Arrieta will continue to wear Scarlet skin. The right back extended his contract with the club and will contribute his talent in 2023.
LAWS, FIRST TO ARRIVE
The Argentinian central midfielder Franco Leys became América de Cali’s first reinforcement for 2023. With a background in Argentine football and experience at clubs such as Patronato, Temperley, Sarmiento, and Colón, Leys is expected to bring strong temperament and solid play to the squad as the market opened for new faces.
Franco Leys is the first reinforcement to face the 2023 season. Welcome to América de Cali.
AMERICA’S FIRST DEPARTURE
On December 1, 2022, as the BetPlay II League season concluded, the club announced a number of departures. Several players were no longer under contract for the following year, marking the start of the squad rebuild.
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