Aaron Ramsey Set for Surprise Move to Mexican Side

Ramsey’s Mexican Move shakes up football as the former Arsenal star trades Cardiff City’s managerial prospects for a playing stint with Pumas UNAM.

Former Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey is reportedly on the verge of a surprising transfer to Mexican club Pumas UNAM, rather than taking up the full-time managerial role at Cardiff City. Ramsey’s Mexican Move has shocked fans, as many expected the Welsh international to transits into coaching after his short stint as Cardiff’s caretaker manager.

Ramsey, 34, stepped into the caretaker manager position at Cardiff for the final three games of the season following the dismissal of Omer Riza, with hopes of steering the club away from relegation. However, two draws and a defeat saw Cardiff drop down a division, leaving uncertainty over Ramsey’s future at the club. His playing contract with Cardiff expires at the end of the month, and while there was speculation about him taking over as full-time manager, the club has been hesitant to offer him the role permanently.

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Instead of embracing coaching full-time, Ramsey has reportedly agreed to sign for Pumas UNAM, making him one of the most high-profile British players to join Liga MX. Having previously played for Juventus, Rangers, and Nice, he returned to Cardiff in 2023 but struggled with injuries, making only 11 appearances last season.

Ramsey’s decision to extend his playing career rather than transition into full-time management suggests he still has ambitions on the pitch, possibly with an eye on leading Wales at the World Cup next summer. His move to Pumas UNAM will see him compete in Liga MX, where the club finished sixth in the standings and qualified for the Concacaf Champions Cup.

With Ramsey’s Mexican Move making headlines, Cardiff City will now have to look elsewhere for a new manager as they prepare for life in League One. Ramsey, on the other hand, is set for an exciting challenge in Mexico, bringing his wealth of experience to Pumas UNAM as he looks to make a significant impact in a new footballing environment.