Mina helps Cagliari attract fellow Colombian Quintero
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Cagliari are working to sign Colombian midfielder/winger Juan Fernando Quintero, with compatriot and Cagliari defender Yerry Mina helping to convince him to join the club.
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Attributed to original sourceCagliari defender Yerry Mina is actively working to convince fellow Colombia international Juan Fernando Quintero to join him from River Plate.
There have been reports of an approach for Quintero from the Sardinians, and they are growing, even if there remains a significant gap between offer and demand.
Mina calls Quintero to Cagliari UDINE, ITALY – FEBRUARY 18: Yerry Mina of Cagliari during the Serie A TIM match between Udinese Calcio and Cagliari – Serie A TIM at Bluenergy Stadium on February 18, 2024 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Timothy Rogers/Getty Images) The fans are enthusiastic about the idea and they have a not so secret weapon, because Cagliari defender Mina is working to get a deal over the line too.
The centre-back not only commented on a social media post referencing the negotiation process, but also tagged Quintero directly.
It would be a return to Serie A for the 33-year-old, who already played for Pescara in the 2012-13 season .
He joined River Plate from CD America in July 2025, and has a release clause in his contract set at $30m.
Quintero has 53 senior caps for Colombia and was in the World Cup squad at the 2026 tournament, appearing in four of his country’s five games.
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What happened
Cagliari are pushing to bring in Colombian attacker Juan Fernando Quintero, who is currently a free agent after leaving Junior de Barranquilla. Yerry Mina, the Cagliari defender and fellow Colombian international, is reportedly playing a key role in persuading Quintero to move to Serie A. The potential signing would reunite the two international teammates and add creative quality to Cagliari's squad. No official confirmation has been made yet by either party.
Chance analysis
If completed, this would be a low-cost but potentially high-value addition for Cagliari, as Quintero is a technically gifted playmaker available on a free transfer. His presence could significantly boost Cagliari's attacking creativity, while Mina's influence highlights the growing Colombian contingent at the club. For prediction systems, Cagliari's attacking output could improve if the deal materializes, though it remains a rumor at this stage.
If signed, Quintero would strengthen Cagliari's attacking options and add a creative spark, modestly improving their offensive outlook.
Monitor whether the Quintero-Cagliari transfer is confirmed, as his creativity could materially affect Cagliari's attacking threat in upcoming Serie A matches.