Chivas’ all-time leading scorer sets his sights on another big club

Despite Chivas de Guadalajara’s resurgence in the Apertura 2025 tournament, the club is already looking ahead to next season—and one of the biggest decisions involves veteran striker Alan Pulido.

According to multiple reports, including TVC Deportes, Pulido’s future with the Rojiblancos is hanging by a thread.

A hero’s return that fell short

Pulido rejoined Chivas in early 2025, returning to Verde Valle with high expectations after helping secure the club’s last league title back in the Clausura 2017. Fans hoped he’d rekindle his magic alongside Javier “Chicharito” Hernández, forming a dynamic duo to lead the team to new heights. But the results have been underwhelming.

Pulido’s current deal runs out at the end of the year, and sources indicate Chivas have no plans to renew it. Head coach Gabriel Milito reportedly doesn’t see the 34-year-old as part of his long-term strategy. That opens the door for a potential move to Pumas UNAM, who are actively searching for attacking reinforcements amid a thin striker rotation

Underwhelming stats in 2025

Across all competitions this year—including Liga MX’s Clausura and Apertura, the Leagues Cup, and the Concacaf Champions Cup—Pulido has appeared in 20 matches but scored just two goals. That’s a far cry from the impact fans hoped for.

Career Highlights with Chivas

Despite his recent struggles, Pulido’s legacy with Chivas includes:

As Chivas prepares for 2026, Pulido’s departure seems imminent—and Pumas may be ready to offer him a fresh start in Mexico City.

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