“If you want to be one of the best, you have to compete with the best”. This quote from Rafael Márquez, one of the most successful Mexican players in Europe, sums up the debate that continues to divide opinions: should more Mexican players leave Liga MX to try their luck in Europe?
Mexican soccer has players of great quality, but the number of players who emigrate to Europe is still lower compared to countries such as Argentina or Brazil. Meanwhile, the Hispanic community in the United States closely follows every transfer of a Mexican player to the best leagues in the world.
Benefits of playing in Europe
The leap to European soccer is not only a question of prestige, but also of soccer growth.
The demands of training, the pace of competition, and the interaction with elite players are factors that raise the level of any soccer player.
Mexican soccer has high-quality players
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Proof of this is the case of Hirving “Chucky” Lozano, who established himself in the Eredivisie with PSV and later joined Napoli in Serie A.
His development in Europe allowed him to become a key player in the Mexican National Team.
Challenges of leaving Liga MX
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Not everything is easy for Mexicans in the old continent. Factors such as the language barrier, the lack of minutes and the adaptation to a new style of play can complicate the stay of the players.
In addition, the high salaries in Liga MX mean that many players prefer to stay in their country rather than take on the challenge of migrating to Europe.
On the other hand, Mexican clubs tend to sell their players for high prices, which discourages European teams from signing them.
This has been a barrier for many talented players who could succeed outside the country.
What does Mexico need?
In order for more Mexican players to reach Europe, a more open mentality is needed from Liga MX clubs.
Prioritizing player development over financial gain could increase the number of transfers.
In addition, greater investment in training and agreements with European teams could open more doors.
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