Johan Mojica

Rayo Vallecano Mojica moved from Colombia to Spanish side Rayo Vallecano in July 2013 on a season-long loan. He made his La Liga debut on 15 September 2013, coming on as a substitute in a 5–0 away defeat to Málaga. After the campaign, Rayo signed him permanently in July 2014 but immediately loaned him to second-division side Real Valladolid for more playing time.

Valladolid (loan) At Valladolid, Mojica was converted from left-back to a more attacking left winger. He quickly made an impact with his offensive contributions. On 21 December 2014, he scored two goals in a 7–0 home win over Barcelona B in the Segunda División. Mojica finished the 2014–15 season with seven goals and several assists, earning a place in the league’s Team of the Season. He made his debut in Serie A shortly after joining. Mojica went on to appear 13 times in total for Atalanta (including 11 league matches and two in the UEFA Champions League), but he did not register any goals. In January 2021, Atalanta terminated the loan early due to limited playing opportunities, and Mojica returned to Spain.

Elche On 15 January 2021, Mojica signed with Elche CF on loan for the remainder of the 2020–21 season. He became a starter at left-back as Elche fought off relegation. In August 2021, Elche secured Mojica on a permanent three-year deal. The 2021–22 season proved to be Mojica’s most impactful in La Liga. He scored his first top-flight goal on 22 September 2021, volleying home an equalizer in a 4–1 away match against Villarreal. Later in the campaign, on 16 April 2022, Mojica opened the scoring with a left-footed strike in a 3–0 victory over Mallorca, celebrating with a special dedication as he and his wife were expecting a child. In total, he scored two goals and provided five assists during 2021–22, playing a key role as Elche comfortably avoided the drop. His consistent performances and attacking support from defense made him one of Elche’s standout players.

Villarreal On 1 September 2022, Mojica transferred to Villarreal CF on a four-year contract, with the club reportedly paying a €5.5 million fee for his services. Despite that promising start, Mojica found first-team chances limited behind starter Alfonso Pedraza. He made 17 league appearances (no goals) for Villarreal in the 2022–23 season.

In July 2023, Villarreal loaned Mojica out to CA Osasuna for the 2023–24 campaign. With Osasuna, Mojica was a regular in the lineup, appearing in 30 La Liga matches throughout the season. Although he did not score during his stint in Pamplona, he contributed with solid defensive displays and helped Osasuna to a mid-table finish.

Mallorca On 23 July 2024, Mojica signed a three-year contract with RCD Mallorca, returning to La Liga on a permanent move. He quickly established himself as Mallorca’s first-choice left-back. In a memorable performance on 23 November 2024, Mojica had a hand in all three points for Mallorca in a 3–2 away win at Las Palmas. He set up a goal with a pinpoint cross to assist teammate Robert Navarro, and in the 91st minute he scored a dramatic game-winning goal with a powerful strike from an indirect free-kick inside the box. This late winner – his first goal for Mallorca – secured a thrilling victory and highlighted Mojica's ability to influence the attack. Mojica remained an important contributor for Mallorca, providing experienced defending on the flank as well as occasional goals and assists from his left-back position.

Getafe On 13 August 2026, after Mallorca's relegation, Mojica agreed to a one-year deal with Getafe also in the top tier.

International career On 22 March 2015, Mojica was called up by Colombia national team for the friendlies against Bahrain and Kuwait. He made his international debut four days later, coming on as a second half substitute for Juan Fernando Quintero and scoring the fifth in a 6–0 win.

He was included in Colombia's squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. He started in all of Colombia's matches, including the round of 16 match against England, where Colombia lost 3–4 on penalties following a 1–1 draw.

On 14 June 2024, Mojica was included into the squad for the 2024 Copa América. He was a starter in six of seven Colombia's matches, just replaced with Deiver Machado into third group phase match against Brazil, but entering at second half and maintaining his starter status till the final.

On 25 May 2026, he was named in head coach Néstor Lorenzo's final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He made his FIFA World Cup debut as a starter on 17 June in a 3–1 victory over Uzbekistan.

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Honours Colombia Copa América runner-up: 2024

Individual Segunda División Team of the Year: 2014–15