Mamelodi Sundowns have officially confirmed the signing of Colombian striker Brayan León, putting an end to weeks of speculation surrounding one of the biggest moves of the January transfer window.
The announcement was made moments ago on the club’s official social media platforms, with Masandawana unveiling their latest recruit in trademark fashion.
“𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗡 𝗟È𝗢𝗡 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗬𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡
Masandawana are proud to welcome Brayan Lèon to the Club! 🇨🇴
Drop a comment welcoming our latest signing!”
The confirmation follows earlier reports that Sundowns had reached full agreement with Independiente Medellín for the striker’s transfer, in a deal believed to be worth $3.5 million (approximately R57 million) and including a sell-on clause. The move was first revealed by respected transfer insider Fabrizio Romano.
León, 25, arrives in South Africa on the back of his most productive season yet, having scored 13 goals and provided nine assists in 40 appearances during the 2025 campaign. Over his professional career, he has registered 48 goals in 151 starts, underlining why head coach Miguel Cardoso pushed for a proven, physical presence to bolster Sundowns’ attack.
Fans react: ‘Welcome to the home of champions’
As expected, the official announcement sparked an immediate flood of reactions from the Yellow Nation, with supporters welcoming León to Chloorkop in their thousands.
“Welcome to the home of Champions When are you opening this box?”
“Welcome to the Yellow Family ”
“Welcome to the biggest club in the world.”
“Welcome home poi ”
“Bafana ba shoe shine and piano ”
“Welcome Brayan León Muñiz 🇨🇴”
The excitement reflects the scale of expectation surrounding León’s arrival, with fans eager to see how the Colombian’s goals, aggression and personality translate to the Betway Premiership.
With the deal now official, attention turns to León’s integration into the squad — and whether Sundowns’ newest signing can live up to the hype as the champions chase further domestic and continental glory.