Overview
- Multiple Mexican outlets report that Javier “Chicharito” Hernández would join ESPN’s World Cup coverage only if he does not secure a playing deal by January 2026.
- ESPN executive Rodolfo Martínez hinted at a surprise addition and referenced pairing Mexico’s top scorer with Jared Borgetti, but stressed a contract must be signed first.
- There is no official announcement from ESPN or Hernández, and reports characterize the talks as conditional and not finalized.
- Hernández, 37, becomes a free agent at the end of December following his return stint with Chivas and is still weighing playing options.
- Coverage cites ongoing rumors of potential moves to MLS or England’s Wrexham, while RÉCORD reports ESPN is assembling a panel including José Ramón Fernández, Hugo Sánchez, Ricardo Peláez, Ricardo “Tuca” Ferretti, and Borgetti.