Beitar Jerusalem in Talks for Colombian Midfielder Jhojan Torres

Beitar Jerusalem is reportedly in negotiations to sign Colombian midfielder Jhojan Torres, aged 23, after talks for another target, Alexis Serana, stalled. Torres, a defensive midfielder who can play box-to-box, developed in the youth system of Independiente Santa Fe and became a key player for their senior team in 2022. He has made over 100 appearances for the club and was described in local media as a "modern, box-to-box midfielder." In 2025, he played 39 matches across all competitions, scoring one goal and providing one assist. In 2026, he has made 14 appearances, recently contributing a steal and a goal to help his team come back from a deficit to win 3-2 against Millonarios. Torres has also represented Colombia at the under-20 and under-23 levels. His nickname is "Kante" due to a physical resemblance to N'Golo Kante. His market value is estimated at 900,000 euros. In late 2022, Watford and Manchester City scouts reportedly watched him, and he was also called up to train with the senior Colombian national team.