Saint-Maximin leaves Club America after children face racist attacks

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesFebruary 1, 2026 at 01:20 PM

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Allan Saint-Maximin, the former Newcastle United winger, has left Mexico's Club America just months after joining in August 2025. The departure, announced on Saturday, comes two days after Saint-Maximin revealed his children were targeted by racist attacks. The 28-year-old signed a two-year, $10 million contract and made 15 appearances for the Liga MX club. Saint-Maximin stated on Instagram that protecting his children was his priority, citing attacks against them. Club America expressed solidarity with Saint-Maximin and condemned discrimination, but did not disclose specific details about the incidents.

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