Overview
- Colombian journalist Pipe Sierra reported that Billy Arce has ended his contract with Atlético Nacional and received strong inquiries from Universitario de Deportes.
- Reports say Deportivo Cali and Barcelona SC are also tracking the winger, creating a competitive market with no agreement announced.
- Arce logged roughly 35–37 appearances and 3 goals for Atlético Nacional in 2025, though his starts dried up after early September.
- He was part of Santos’ 2024 Serie B title squad in Brazil and previously featured for Independiente del Valle, Brighton-linked loans, Emelec, LDU Quito, Peñarol, Once Caldas and Deportivo Pasto.
- Local analysis portrays Arce as a potential fit on Universitario’s left flank or as an attacking midfielder, with financial terms likely to decide any move.