Juan Guillermo Cuadrado was expected to undergo medical exams on September 15 and then be presented by Millonarios, with his return to Colombian football framed as a direct response to the injury to Jhomier Guerrero.
The timing matters. On Friday, Ariel Michaloutsos spoke at length with Alberto about Millonarios’s future and the club’s possible reinforcements, and Cuadrado’s name came up in that conversation. Millonarios later confirmed the deal until June 30, 2027, and Julián Capera reported on September 14 that Cuadrado was travelling that afternoon ahead of the formal steps.
Why Millonarios moved for Cuadrado
The clearest reason for the move is the setback suffered by Jhomier Guerrero, who had fractured the proximal third of the fibula a few days earlier. That injury left Millonarios needing an immediate solution, and Cuadrado was presented as a player who could help in several roles.
Michaloutsos said Cuadrado could play in different sectors, including as a full-back or as a winger, which underlines why the club saw him as a useful fit. It was not simply a reputation signing; it was a practical one, built around squad needs and the reality of the calendar.
A quick return to action could follow
The next stage came quickly. Cuadrado was expected to be available for Millonarios vs. Boyacá Chico on Saturday, September 19, at 2:00 P.M. in the 11th round of Liga Colombiana II-2026. For Millonarios, that would mean bringing in an experienced 38-year-old and potentially putting him into the matchday picture within days of his medicals.
That is the key point for the club. This is not just about announcing a signing; it is about solving an immediate problem before the next league match. If Cuadrado passes the medicals and is presented as planned, Millonarios will have moved quickly to turn an injury concern into an experienced reinforcement.
