Sunderland Nears £10m Signing of Getafe Defender Omar Alderete

Sunderland is set to complete the signing of Paraguayan defender Omar Alderete from Getafe for a fee reported around £10-12 million, with additional performance-based add-ons. The 28-year-old, who has been a mainstay in La Liga and a key player under coach Jose Bordalas at Getafe, is expected to sign a four-year contract and become a crucial defensive figure for Sunderland as they prepare for their return to the Premier League. The club, managed by Regis Le Bris, has prioritized strengthening its backline ahead of the new season, having already made significant investments including signing Granit Xhaka and other players, totaling nearly £150 million in summer spending. Alderete’s move fills a vital gap as Sunderland aims to secure Premier League survival and target European competition spots in the coming years. Despite interest from other Premier League clubs like Crystal Palace and West Ham, Sunderland appears to have won the race for the defender, who is expected to complete his medical and officially join the team imminently. His arrival is seen as a key component in Sunderland’s aggressive strategy to compete at the top level following their promotion.