Sunderland has won the transfer race with Crystal Palace for a £10 million player, signing Paraguayan center-back Omar Alderete from Getafe. The 28-year-old defender has joined the Black Cats on a four-year deal, strengthening their squad ahead of the 2025-26 Premier League season.

Alderete’s Profile

– Position: Center-back
– Nationality: Paraguayan
– Experience: European and international experience, having played for Getafe and represented Paraguay
– Contract: Four-year deal with Sunderland

Transfer Details

– Transfer Fee: £10 million
– Previous Club: Getafe
– Other Bidders: Crystal Palace, Premier League rivals, were also interested in signing Alderete

Sunderland’s Squad Strengthening

– Defensive Reinforcement: Alderete’s signing addresses Sunderland’s defensive needs, providing quality and experience to the squad.
– New Signings: Sunderland has already completed 11 signings, with more expected before the transfer window closes.
– Premier League Ambitions: The Black Cats aim to be competitive in the Premier League, and Alderete’s signing is a step towards achieving that goal ¹ ².