He was seen as the Mexican Messi, Ortiz gives him the go-ahead to play for América

América did not have the best of starts in this Apertura 2022. After a goalless draw against Atlas, the team coached by Fernando Ortiz is already thinking about the next matchday to give a better performance. The question is, what will be Ortiz's big bet for the following matches? An important name is beginning to gain strength.

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Within the Azulcrema team there is no tranquility or certainty at the moment. Reinforcements have arrived, but not all of them are at the coach's disposal. However, during the preseason it was often the young players who gave the best performances. That is why expectations are high.

Among them is the name of Íker Moreno, a Mexican player who is considered to be the new Messi, due to his peculiar form and rhythm of play. The player has already shown conditions that caught Ortiz's attention.

Will Íker stay in the first team?

Everything points to the young Mexican player remaining in the first team. He has enjoyed good moments and Fernando Ortiz is aware of his worth and all he can contribute to América. However, it is very likely that he will become a starter in time, for the time being he can be the team's main driving force.

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