Could This Be ‘Hormiga’ González’s Last Game for Chivas? A Simple Breakdown

The big news: This weekend’s match between Santos and Chivas (Matchday 4 of the Apertura 2026 tournament) might be the last time we see forward Armando ‘Hormiga’ González wearing the Chivas jersey. He is very close to moving to a team in Europe.

What Is Happening Right Now?

Imagine you have a really cool toy (a talented soccer player). Another kid (a European club) really wants it and offers you money. That is basically what is happening:

1. The Team: Olympiacos, a huge club from Greece, wants to sign Armando ‘Hormiga’ González.
2. The Player: He is a 23-year-old forward for Chivas. His nickname "Hormiga" means "Ant" in Spanish—because he works hard and never stops running!
3. The Timing: The report says this upcoming Santos vs. Chivas game could be his farewell match.

The Money Talk: Offers vs. Price Tag

Here is where it gets a little like math class, but don’t worry—we’ll keep it simple.

The Offers from Olympiacos

• First Offer: ~$7 Million USD (Chivas said "No, thanks").
• New Offer (Reported by Greek site Sport24): ~$9.8 Million USD (which is 8.5 Million Euros).

The "Price Tag" (Release Clause)

• Chivas’ Asking Price: $15 Million USD.
• The Situation: The new offer ($9.8M) is still lower than the $15M price tag written in his contract.

IMPORTANT POINT: THE "SELL-ON CLAUSE"
Even if Chivas sells him for less than $15M now, they added a smart rule: Chivas gets 20% of the profit if Olympiacos sells him later for a higher price. It’s like keeping a coupon for a future payday!

Why Does the Player Want to Go?

You might wonder: "If the offer is lower than the price tag, why would Chivas sell?"

Well, the player really wants to go.

• He has agreed personal terms with Olympiacos.
• He is convinced this is the right move for his career.
• Backstory: Earlier this year, he said "No" to CSKA Moscow (Russia) because Russian teams are banned from UEFA tournaments (like the Champions League). He wants to play in the big European competitions, and Olympiacos offers that.

Why Olympiacos? The "Golden Ticket" to England

This is the most exciting part for the player’s future. It’s not just about Greece—it’s about who owns the team.

1. Olympiacos Owner: Evangelos Marinakis (a Greek shipping billionaire).
2. His Other Team: He also owns Nottingham Forest, a team in the English Premier League (widely considered the best league in the world).
3. The Pathway: If ‘Hormiga’ shines in Greece, the owner can easily move him to England next. It’s like a direct pipeline to the Premier League.

Bonus: European Football Guaranteed

Even though Olympiacos lost in the Champions League qualifiers, they qualified for the Europa League "League Phase" for the 2026-27 season. So, ‘Hormiga’ will play European soccer next season no matter what.

Summary: The Checklist

Here is the current status in plain English:

• [x] Player wants to leave: Yes, he wants to join Olympiacos.
• [x] European football guaranteed: Yes, Europa League next season.
• [x] Path to Premier League: Yes, same owner as Nottingham Forest.
• [ ] Chivas accepts offer: Not yet. Offer ($9.8M) < Release Clause ($15M).
• [ ] Official Goodbye: Maybe this weekend (Santos vs. Chivas).

FAQ: Your Questions Answered

1. Who is Armando ‘Hormiga’ González?

He is a 23-year-old Mexican forward (striker) who plays for Chivas. He is known for his high energy, pressing defenders, and speed—hence the nickname "Hormiga" (Ant).

2. What is a "Release Clause"?

Think of it as a "Buy It Now" price on eBay. It is a number written in the player’s contract. If a team pays exactly that amount ($15M), Chivas must let him go. If they pay less, Chivas can say "No."

3. What is a "Sell-On Clause" (20% of resale)?

It’s a future insurance policy. If Chivas sells him for $10M now, and Olympiacos sells him to Nottingham Forest for $30M later, Chivas gets 20% of that $20M profit ($4M). Chivas bets on him becoming a star later.

4. Why did he reject CSKA Moscow?

Russian clubs are currently banned by UEFA from playing in the Champions League, Europa League, or Conference League. ‘Hormiga’ wants to compete in those top tournaments, so he waited for a better option.

5. Is the transfer 100% done?

Not yet. Chivas is "analyzing the offer." Since the offer is below the release clause, Chivas has the power to reject it or negotiate higher. But since the player wants to go, a deal usually gets done eventually.

Stay tuned for the Santos vs. Chivas game—it might be the last time you see the ‘Ant’ crawling all over the field for the Rebaño Sagrado!