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Santi Giménez joins Erling Haaland as he eyes the very top
The young attacker has decided to change his agent and hire Rafaela Pimienta, one of the most influential in the world.
Santiago Giménez, who missed the recent FIFA international break with the Mexican national team – including that historic win over the USMNT – due to an injury picked up while playing for Feyenoord, has made a crucial decision for his professional future. Despite not being able to log minutes with El Tri, the striker has taken an important step in his career by changing representatives and signing with Brazilian agent Rafaela Pimenta.
Giménez decided to end his professional relationship with Mexican representative Mariel Duayhe, who played a key role in securing his transfer to Feyenoord after leaving Cruz Azul. Duayhe had supported him throughout his transition to European football for several years, but the forward has now chosen to make a change.
Why did Santiago Giménez change his agent?
After reflecting with his father, Christian Giménez, and his family, Santiago has decided to pursue a new approach that will help him make the definitive leap to one of the top five leagues in Europe. At 23 years old, he is now looking to elevate his career to the next level in international football.
The young striker, now in his third season in Europe with Feyenoord, has already proven his goal-scoring ability, but he is aiming to establish himself at a club with greater international prominence. Through his new partnership with Pimenta, Giménez hopes that 2025 will be the year he finally steps up to the elite level of European football.
Which players does Rafaela Pimenta represent?
Pimenta is recognized as one of the most influential agents in world football, with a roster of elite players including Erling Haaland, Matthijs de Ligt, Marco Verratti, and Henrikh Mkhitaryan, as well as Liverpool (formerly Feyenoord) manager Arne Slot. With her backing, Giménez could find himself closer to the top table, particularly in leagues like the Premier League.
Her expertise and connections could open doors for Giménez to secure a move to a club that competes at the highest level, aligning with his ambition to step into one of Europe’s biggest leagues.
Which teams want Santiago Giménez?
The 23-year-old striker has attracted interest from major clubs such as AC Milan, Juventus, Atlético Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, and Nottingham Forest. Although negotiations last summer did not materialize due to Feyenoord demanding at least €40 million for his transfer, the interest in the Mexican forward remains strong.
Giménez has proven his goal-scoring abilities in European football, which has raised his market value and drawn more attention from top teams. With the experience and connections of Pimenta, the Mexican striker is well-positioned to make the jump.