Jesus "Tecatito" Corona returns to Monterrey after European spell

Mexico winger Jesus "Tecatito" Corona is coming back to Liga MX to play with Monterrey after a 10-year run in Europe.

September 1, 2023 • 11:59 PM

Mexico winger Jesus "Tecatito" Corona has left LaLiga's Sevilla and ended his 10-year run in Europe after rejoining Liga MX's Monterrey, both clubs announced on Friday.

According to EFE, the deal for Corona is a three-year contract with Monterrey, who paid around €3.5 million to Sevilla for the 'El Tri' player.

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After time abroad with Sevilla, FC Porto and FC Twente since 2013, the 30-year-old has returned to a Monterrey side that provided him with his professional debut in 2010.

As part of a Rayados squad that claimed a Liga MX championship in the 2010 Apertura and three consecutive CONCACAF Champions League titles in 2010-11, 2011-12 and 2012-13, the pacey winger quickly made a name for himself and shortly was called to the Mexico national team.

In the Old Continent, Corona earned: Best XI selection for the 2014-2015 Eredivisie season, three Primeira Liga titles, two Taça de Portugal championships, two Portuguese Super Cups, MVP selection for the 2019-2020 season, and a Europa League trophy in 2022.

A home grown talent who showcased his incredible talent in Europe