Keylor Navas Joins Newell's Old Boys: A New Chapter for the Costa Rican Goalkeeper
The signing of Keylor Navas by Newell's Old Boys stirs international reactions and excitement in Argentina's football community.
Keylor Navas, the celebrated Costa Rican goalkeeper known for his illustrious career at Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), has signed with Argentine club Newell's Old Boys.
The announcement, made on January 21, 2025, has generated a wave of reactions across the football world.
Newell's Old Boys, based in Rosario, Argentina, confirmed Navas's arrival through a social media post welcoming him to the club.
The 38-year-old goalkeeper, who will play in Argentine football for the first time, signed a one-year contract with the option to play in local tournaments such as the Argentine Primera División and the Copa Argentina.
Navas's career includes three UEFA Champions League victories with Real Madrid and six successful seasons with PSG, during which he won 11 titles, including league championships.
Currently leaving behind a short period of inactivity since his PSG departure in mid-2024, Navas expressed his excitement and readiness to contribute to his new team.
Mauricio Pochettino, coach of the United States team and former PSG manager, praised Navas, describing him as both a great professional and a person of exceptional character.
Pochettino, who himself is a legendary figure at Newell's Old Boys, also expressed enthusiasm about Navas’s potential impact on his former club.
The Argentine media and fans have welcomed Navas’s signing, with comparisons being drawn to past high-profile arrivals, such as Ariel Ortega in 2004 and Diego Maradona in 1993. The local supporters, renowned for their passionate following, eagerly anticipate the upcoming season, particularly the classic derby against Rosario Central on February 16, 2025.
Meanwhile, reaction from Navas's former teams, PSG and the French Ligue 1, included congratulatory messages that acknowledged his contributions and celebrated his new venture.
The move not only enhances the prestige of the Argentine league but also marks a significant transfer coup for Newell's Old Boys, reflecting their aspirations and ambition.
Navas’s decision to join the Argentine club is seen as both a personal and professional journey, adding to his legacy while aiding Newell’s with his experience and skill.
His arrival underscores a momentous occasion for the club and its fans and adds a thrilling narrative to the Argentine football scene.
In addition to his professional commitments, Navas also launched a social initiative through his foundation in Costa Rica, aimed at supporting underprivileged children with educational resources.
This gesture reaffirms his commitment to giving back to the community, reflecting a balance between his sports career and personal philanthropic endeavors.
The announcement, made on January 21, 2025, has generated a wave of reactions across the football world.
Newell's Old Boys, based in Rosario, Argentina, confirmed Navas's arrival through a social media post welcoming him to the club.
The 38-year-old goalkeeper, who will play in Argentine football for the first time, signed a one-year contract with the option to play in local tournaments such as the Argentine Primera División and the Copa Argentina.
Navas's career includes three UEFA Champions League victories with Real Madrid and six successful seasons with PSG, during which he won 11 titles, including league championships.
Currently leaving behind a short period of inactivity since his PSG departure in mid-2024, Navas expressed his excitement and readiness to contribute to his new team.
Mauricio Pochettino, coach of the United States team and former PSG manager, praised Navas, describing him as both a great professional and a person of exceptional character.
Pochettino, who himself is a legendary figure at Newell's Old Boys, also expressed enthusiasm about Navas’s potential impact on his former club.
The Argentine media and fans have welcomed Navas’s signing, with comparisons being drawn to past high-profile arrivals, such as Ariel Ortega in 2004 and Diego Maradona in 1993. The local supporters, renowned for their passionate following, eagerly anticipate the upcoming season, particularly the classic derby against Rosario Central on February 16, 2025.
Meanwhile, reaction from Navas's former teams, PSG and the French Ligue 1, included congratulatory messages that acknowledged his contributions and celebrated his new venture.
The move not only enhances the prestige of the Argentine league but also marks a significant transfer coup for Newell's Old Boys, reflecting their aspirations and ambition.
Navas’s decision to join the Argentine club is seen as both a personal and professional journey, adding to his legacy while aiding Newell’s with his experience and skill.
His arrival underscores a momentous occasion for the club and its fans and adds a thrilling narrative to the Argentine football scene.
In addition to his professional commitments, Navas also launched a social initiative through his foundation in Costa Rica, aimed at supporting underprivileged children with educational resources.
This gesture reaffirms his commitment to giving back to the community, reflecting a balance between his sports career and personal philanthropic endeavors.
