Overview

• On the eve of Mexico’s friendly against Japan in Oakland, Javier Aguirre made clear that past achievements will not secure Guillermo Ochoa a roster spot.
• Aguirre said he has spoken with Ochoa’s representative and confirmed the goalkeeper has offers as he seeks to remain in Europe.
• Ochoa remains unattached after a late move to Burgos fell through, though as a free agent he can still sign outside the closed transfer windows.
• The coach reiterated a merit-based approach with no guaranteed places, noting a shortlist of five or six goalkeepers within a broader 60-player pool under evaluation.
• Current Mexico goalkeeper Luis Ángel Malagón publicly backed Ochoa’s quality and wished him a swift club signing, stressing that staff decisions will guide the depth chart.