Mexican forward Santiago Giménez shone once again in the UEFA Champions League by scoring a goal in the match against Lille from France. This goal, which meant a temporary equalizer for his team, Feyenoord, was the result of a header after a corner kick. Giménez has been standing out in the current season, totaling five goals in the Champions League, including matches against teams such as Bayern Munich and Manchester City.
Before his participation in the goal, Giménez was at the center of controversy, as a prior goal of his was disallowed due to a foul committed by his teammate Antoni Milambo. However, Chaquito continued to fight on the field until an ankle injury forced him to leave the game before the half-hour mark. After a clash with Lille players, Giménez was unable to continue and was replaced by Ayase Ueda.
Despite the injury, Santiago Giménez's outstanding performance in the Champions League has sparked interest from important European clubs. Elite teams like AC Milan have shown interest in the Mexican forward, even making a formal offer to Feyenoord during the winter transfer market, which was rejected for not meeting the financial demands of the Dutch club. With 16 goals this season, Giménez has a scoring streak that positions him as the top scorer for his team, despite having been sidelined due to injury for two prior months.
