Sunderland AFC Secures Omar Alderete from Getafe - All the Particulars Revealed
Sunderland Secures Signing of Defender Omar Alderete
Omar Alderete, a 28-year-old Paraguayan defender, has joined Sunderland on a four-year deal, marking the club's 11th summer signing. The transfer cost £10m (€11.5m).
Born in Paraguay, Alderete started his professional career at Cerro Porteño in the Paraguayan Primera Division before moving to Argentina for a loan spell at Gimnasia y Esgrima in the 2017/18 season. He then joined Huracán on a permanent deal.
In 2019, Alderete made his move to Europe, playing for Basel in Switzerland, followed by Hertha Berlin in Germany, and Valencia on loan in Spain. He later joined Getafe, initially on loan from Hertha, which later became a permanent move. Alderete made a total of 99 appearances for Getafe over four seasons, with 36 of those coming in the last season.
Alderete was a consistent presence in a Getafe defense that conceded just 39 goals, contributing to Getafe finishing 13th in La Liga. His impressive performances have not gone unnoticed, and he has now caught the attention of Sunderland.
Alderete expressed his happiness about signing for Sunderland, stating that it is a great challenge to play for such a historic club. He also expressed his excitement about his first experience in the Premier League and is looking forward to having the support of the Sunderland fans.
Pending international clearance, Alderete could make his debut for Sunderland against West Ham on Saturday. He considers it a great honour to be part of Sunderland and is eager to contribute to the team's success.
Omar Alderete is not only a talented footballer but also a Paraguay international. His addition to the Sunderland squad strengthens the team's defense and adds a valuable international player to the roster.
With Alderete's signing, Sunderland continues to build a strong and competitive squad for the upcoming season. Fans can look forward to seeing Alderete in action and are excited about the potential he brings to the team.
Alderete's impressive performances in European leagues, particularly in Spain's La Liga with Getafe, have caught the attention of football enthusiasts and Sunderland alike. His addition to the Sunderland squad, following his £10m signing from Getafe, bolsters the team's defense and adds a valuable international player with experience in prestigious competitions such as La Liga.
