Mexican forward Esteban Lozano passed his medical exams on Monday and is set to join Santos Laguna, as reported by Record MX. The 23-year-old arrives on loan from Club América with a purchase option valued at two million dollars, aiming to boost the attack of a team struggling at the bottom of the table.
Santos Laguna, known as Los Guerreros, currently sits 17th in the Liga MX standings with just one point from six matches. The team has scored four goals and conceded eleven, leaving a negative seven goal difference. Their last result was a 0-0 draw against Tigres UANL on August 30th, part of a recent run of zero wins, two draws, and three losses in their last five outings.
Who is Esteban Lozano?
Esteban Lozano is a homegrown talent developed in Club América's youth academy. He made seven appearances for América's first team before embarking on a series of loan spells to gain playing time. In 2023, he was loaned to Spain's Sporting de Gijón, where he played nine matches. He returned to América in January 2025 and was then loaned to Club Puebla for one year in July of that same year. His return to Coapa in mid-2026 was short-lived, as he now begins a new chapter with Santos Laguna.
The forward expressed his excitement about the move. "Fans, I am Esteban Lozano and I am ready to join the Guerreros," the player stated. His addition seeks to be a catalyst for an attack needing more efficiency, something that can be analyzed in detail on our team stats page.
What is Santos Laguna's sporting context?
Lozano's arrival comes at a difficult time for the club from La Laguna. With only one point from six games, Santos finds itself fifteen points behind the leader, Club América, in the Apertura 2026 table. The urgent need to start collecting points is clear, and offensive reinforcement is a priority. The squad is looking to stabilize and find a path to victory to escape the relegation zone.
The team's performance to date can be reviewed in our standings section, which shows the harsh reality of the early campaign. The defense has been leaky and the attack unproductive, a combination that explains the tough situation. The board and coaching staff believe signings like Lozano can change the dynamic.
When will he make his team debut?
All signs point to Esteban Lozano making his official debut for Santos Laguna next Sunday, September 7th. On that day, Los Guerreros will visit Cruz Azul, a team currently in tenth place in the standings. This match, corresponding to matchday seven of the Apertura 2026, represents an immediate opportunity for the new forward to prove his worth.
The clash against La Máquina Celeste will be a baptism of fire in a tough venue. The team's full schedule, including this crucial duel, is available on our fixtures calendar. Lozano's incorporation aims to add depth and offensive options to a squad in desperate need of points. His quick adaptation will be key to the manager's plans in the coming weeks.
