Overview
- Mikel Arriola said TV Azteca reached an agreement to sell Mazatlán FC’s affiliation certificate to Atlante owner Emilio Escalante.
- The assembly authorized Mazatlán’s substitution procedure for affiliation rights subject to regulatory requirements and closing conditions.
- The federation expects the operation to be completed before summer 2026, positioning Atlante for a potential Apertura 2026 return if approvals are secured.
- Reports indicate Atlante could shift its base to Mexico City with Estadio Azteca under consideration should the transaction finalize.
- In parallel governance moves, Atlas confirmed an organized sale process with an investment bank, while León reported no formal progress.