Overview
- Grupo Milenio reports the deal is a one-year loan that gives New York Red Bulls influence in a potential future purchase.
- Mediotiempo-cited sources say Cowell and both clubs have been notified and agreement across parties has been reached pending formal confirmation.
- RÉCORD, citing ESPN, says a return to MLS is the likely outcome with New York identified as the destination.
- Coverage notes Cowell logged only 489 minutes in the second half of 2025 under Gabriel Milito after a year totaling 68 appearances with 11 goals and one assist for Chivas.
- Reports link the move to Guadalajara’s post-Apertura reshuffle, which also includes the non-renewal of Javier Hernández’s contract, with San José Earthquakes among clubs that showed interest.