Pumas UNAM is actively pursuing a high-profile goalkeeper following the departure of Álex Padilla, with Costa Rican goalkeeper Keylor Navas emerging as the leading candidate. Navas, a three-time UEFA Champions League winner and former Real Madrid player, has been in negotiations with Pumas as the club seeks to strengthen its squad ahead of the Apertura 2025 season. The negotiations have involved direct talks with Newell's Old Boys, Navas' current club, which initially rejected Pumas' first offer of $1 million. Despite this, Pumas has increased their offer, and reports indicate that an agreement is close to being finalized. Navas has expressed a desire to leave Newell's and join Pumas, a move that has surprised some in Argentina. The urgency for Pumas to secure a top goalkeeper has increased following a recent heavy defeat to Santos. Navas also has a historical connection to Pumas, having been part of the Saprissa squad that defeated them in the 2005 CONCACAF final. The club's management is keen on adding a goalkeeper of Navas' caliber to their roster, with the transfer expected to be announced officially soon.