Atlético Madrid signing México midfielder Héctor Herrera
MADRID (AP) — Atlético Madrid says it has reached a deal to sign Mexico midfielder Héctor Herrera.
Atlético says the 29-year-old player will sign a three-year contract on Thursday.
Herrera played with Portuguese club Porto for the last six seasons, scoring 35 goals in 245 matches, including 41 Champions League appearances.
Atlético said Wednesday it “incorporated a strong and skillful midfielder with great attacking presence and quality.”
Herrera played with México in the 2014 and 2018 World Cups, and helped the team win the 2012 Olympic Games, the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup and the 2015 CONCACAF Cup. He scored five goals in his 70 appearances with the national team.
