Club Tijuana has placed Gilberto Mora at the center of international headlines: the 17‑year‑old forward is attracting Arsenal and Liverpool after shining at the 2026 World Cup. The English sides are reportedly ready to meet the $25 million release clause set by the Xolos.

Which Premier League clubs are interested?

According to Eduardo Hagn and El Universal, Arsenal has prepared an offer for Mora and is willing to pay the clause demanded by the border club. TeamTalk adds that Liverpool, the current league champion, has not yet made a concrete bid but has opened initial talks to gauge the youngster's situation. Both clubs have been monitoring the canterano, who displayed composure against England in the group stage.

How does this affect Club Tijuana?

The Xolos signed Mora in early June with a high release clause, around $18 million, but the figure circulating in the press is $25 million. If either English giant finalises a deal, the club would receive a financial boost that could reinforce its squad before the next tournament. Moreover, the departure of such a promising youngster would raise the reputation of Tijuana's talent‑development project.

What do the current team numbers show?

Club Tijuana sits ninth in Liga MX with 23 points after 5 wins, 8 draws and 4 losses in 17 games; its recent form is DWDWW, unbeaten in the last five matches. The latest result was a 0‑0 draw against Chivas on 26 April 2026. With 19 goals scored and 17 conceded, the side holds a +2 goal difference and trails leaders U.N.A.M. Pumas by 13 points. The next challenge is an away match versus Portland Timbers on 14 August 2026.

What steps will agents and the club take?

Rafaela Pimenta, Mora's agent and also representative of Erling Haaland and Matthijs de Ligt, is actively negotiating. The proximity of Premier League clubs and the presence of Real Madrid, Barcelona and Manchester United on the scouting list make the market highly competitive. Meanwhile, Club Tijuana's coaching staff, led by Javier Aguirre, remains focused on the domestic season while not ignoring the chance to sell a player already earmarked as an international prospect.

What does this mean for the player's future?

A move to England would give Mora the chance to train under elite coaches and compete in one of the world's toughest leagues. His agent assures that the youngster is mentally prepared for the leap and that the $25 million clause reflects both his potential and the club's valuation. Either way, the story has already lifted his profile and places him among Mexico's most watched prospects.