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Mexico Finds Striker Replacement for Injured Raúl Jiménez
20-year-old Tahiel Jiménez could replace Raúl Jiménez for Mexico’s national team after knee surgery.
In brief
20-year-old Tahiel Jiménez could replace Raúl Jiménez for Mexico’s national team after knee surgery. Mexico’s senior national team may call up 20-year-old Tahiel Jiménez to replace Raúl Jiménez, who is sidelined until 2027 due to knee surgery. Originally reported by SI.
Tahiel Jiménez Breakout
Santos Laguna’s 20-year-old striker Tahiel Jiménez is having a breakout moment in Liga MX with five goals in two starts.
Raúl Jiménez Injured
Raúl Jiménez underwent knee surgery that will sideline him until 2027, leaving Mexico without a striker.
Jiménez’s Goals
Jiménez scored a brace against Atlético San Luis on Oct. 11 and a hat-trick against Querétaro in a 5, 0 win.
Jiménez’s Background
Jiménez is the son of former Liga MX star Walter "El Lorito" Jiménez, born in Mexico and raised in the country.
Jiménez’s Debut
Jiménez made his professional debut for Santos at 18 in April 2024 after joining the academy at 16.
2025 U, 20 World Cup
Jiménez led Mexico’s youth teams and scored one goal in the 4, 1 win against Chile in the round of 16.
2026 Central American Games
Jiménez scored three goals in four games for Mexico at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games this summer.
El Tri’s Striker Problem
Mexico’s senior national team has struggled with strikers, with Henry Martín last scoring two years ago.
El Tri Manager’s Interest
El Tri manager Rafael Márquez is reportedly considering rostering Jiménez for the Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals.
Jiménez’s Potential
Jiménez’s recent performances show he has the potential to become Mexico’s striker of the future.
What Happens Next
If Jiménez continues his breakout, Mexico’s national team will likely call him up for the senior team.
The short version
Mexico’s senior national team may call up 20-year-old Tahiel Jiménez to replace Raúl Jiménez, who is sidelined until 2027 due to knee surgery.
