Alexis Vega could have started out with the Pumas youth academy
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Alexis Vega was rejected by Pumas at the age of 15 due to his short stature, despite having spent six years in their youth academy.
This decision led him to step away from football for over a year, feeling that his dream had ended.
Later, Toluca gave him a new opportunity by integrating him into their Under-17 team, where he quickly stood out as a top scorer.
His performance led him to make his First Division debut in 2016 under the management of José Saturnino Cardozo.
In 2018, he was bought by Chivas in a multi-million transfer, establishing himself as a key player for both the team and the Mexican national team.
In 2024, he returned to Toluca, where he regained his best form and helped win the league title. Meanwhile, Pumas continues its 14-year streak without a championship.
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