Guadalajara Chivas held onto three key players after turning down offers and inquiries during the summer transfer window. Goalkeeper Raúl 'Tala' Rangel, midfielder Brian Gutiérrez, and forward Roberto Alvarado were all targeted by foreign clubs. The team, currently sitting second in Liga MX with 14 points, chose to prioritize squad stability to maintain its positive momentum, which includes a five-match unbeaten run.
The club's management stood firm on their financial demands, especially regarding Rangel, whose contract runs until 2028. The Mexican goalkeeper, who had a notable World Cup performance, attracted interest from clubs like Croatia's Dinamo Zagreb and two teams from Spain's Segunda División. The chance to play Champions League football with the Croatian side was an attractive option for the shot-stopper, but the approaches did not progress to a formal offer. Chivas, aware of the interest, reportedly valued Rangel at around 15 million dollars.
Brian Gutiérrez's performances for the Mexican national team and his quick adaptation to Chivas after arriving from Chicago Fire in early 2026 caught the eye of the Red Bull Group. Journalist David Medrano stated that "el representante de Gutiérrez incluso habría sostenido conversaciones con la directiva rojiblanca" (Gutiérrez's representative even held conversations with the red-and-white board). It was not clear which of the conglomerate's franchises was interested, and the club never officially confirmed any contact. Retaining the young midfielder is good news for the manager, who can count on him for the next home match against UNAM Pumas on September 14.
Forward Roberto Alvarado, aged 27, came close to making the jump to European football. Spartak Moscow tabled an offer reaching 15 million dollars for the player. A transfer at that stage of his career would have been a significant step and would have reunited him with compatriots like César Montes and Luis Chávez in the Russian league. However, the deal did not succeed and 'El Piojo' remained in Guadalajara. His continuity is an asset for a team that has scored 12 goals in seven matchdays and aims to close the two-point gap to leaders Club America. Fans can review the team's full performance on our stats page.
Keeping this trio of players strengthens the depth of a squad that looks solid and competitive. With only six goals conceded, the league's second-best defense benefits from Rangel staying between the posts. The departure of Armando 'Hormiga' González to Olympiacos was the only major exit, allowing the team to face the end of the transfer window calmly. The good form, with a 0-3 away win against Atlético San Luis on September 5 as the latest result, justifies the decision not to break up the core. The next test is against Pumas, and all information regarding the fixtures is available for supporters.
The Chivas squad, which can be viewed on the squad page, remains united for the challenges ahead. Rangel's contract until 2028 provides stability in goal, while Gutiérrez and Alvarado will continue to be key attacking pieces in the title pursuit.
