Alaves starts preseason with new central defender
Deportivo Alavés has signed Argentine central defender Nicolás Valentini, who becomes the new player until June 30, 2029. The Vitoria-based club has scored 35 goals and conceded 46 in the current season.
Who is Nicolás Valentini?
Nicolás Valentini is a 25-year-old left-footed central defender, 1.87 meters tall, formed in the youth categories of Boca Juniors. After completing his formation in the xeneize entity, he debuted with the first team and gained prominence until consolidating himself in the elite of South American football.
Why is this signing important for Alaves?
The signing of Valentini is important for Alaves because it brings experience and quality to the club's defense. With 35 goals scored and 46 conceded in the current season, Alaves is in a delicate position in the La Liga table.
What comes next?
The new central defender is already in Vitoria and will join the preseason of the babazorro squad under Quique Sánchez Flores tomorrow. The Vitoria-based club is 46 points behind the leaders of La Liga, Barcelona, and it is expected that Valentini will contribute his grain of sand to improve the situation of the team.
Current season data
Alaves is in 17th position in La Liga, with 33 points obtained in 31 games. The goal difference is -11, with 35 goals scored and 46 conceded. The next Alaves game is against Getafe, on February 28, 2027, in a game that will be played at the Estadio Alfonso Pérez Colosso.
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