Sergio Ramos is set to undergo a medical in Madrid on Monday ahead of finalizing his move to Mexican club Monterrey, according to sources speaking to ESPN.
The experienced defender, who has previously played for Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, and Sevilla, has agreed to a pre-contract deal with Monterrey. The club’s representatives flew to Spain to finalize the terms of a one-year contract that will run until December 2025.
Ramos, 38, has been without a club since leaving Sevilla at the end of the previous season.
Reports indicate that Ramos is expected to travel to Mexico later this week to complete the transfer.
In recent weeks, the veteran defender had been linked with a potential move to Fenerbahce and a reunion with former manager José Mourinho, who coached him at Real Madrid between 2010 and 2013. However, despite significant interest from the Turkish club, Ramos has opted to join Monterrey instead.
“I have little to add about Sergio,” Monterrey coach Martin Demichelis said, after their 1-0 win over Necaxa this weekend.
“[On Sunday] club officials will be traveling to Madrid to do the necessary things so that Sergio can come. The medical check-up and his work visa will be done there in Madrid, so that he can arrive as soon as possible.
“Next week we’ll have the presentation of all the players who have arrived, with Sergio included. That would be great.”
Sergio Ramos had a distinguished 16-year career at Real Madrid, following his development at Sevilla’s academy. As the club’s captain, he led Madrid to four Champions League victories and five La Liga titles.
After his departure from Madrid in 2021, Ramos moved to Paris Saint-Germain for two seasons before returning to Sevilla for the 2023-24 campaign.
Since leaving Sevilla in June, Ramos has kept fans updated on social media, showcasing his commitment to fitness as he seeks his next footballing challenge.