Sunderland have secured a major defensive signing with the £10m capture of Paraguayan centre-back Omar Alderete from Getafe, marking their 11th summer acquisition as head coach Régis Le Bris continues an ambitious squad overhaul ahead of their Premier League campaign.
Deal breakdown confirms major investment
The transfer represents a significant financial commitment from Sunderland, with Spanish reports valuing the complete package at €13m. This figure breaks down to a €12m base fee plus €1m in potential add-ons, aligning closely with the £10m figure cited by British media when accounting for currency fluctuations and performance-related bonuses.
Alderete will pen a long-term contract running until June 2029, providing Sunderland with defensive stability for the next four years. Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano’s “here we go” confirmation signals that all major negotiations have concluded, with only standard formalities remaining before the deal becomes official.
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Strategic addition to defensive rebuild
The 28-year-old Paraguay international arrives as Le Bris reshapes his back line with Premier League demands in mind. Alderete brings valuable La Liga experience to a Sunderland defence that has been the focus of intensive summer recruitment activity.
Local reports position him as an immediate first-team option rather than a developmental signing. His arrival coincides with Sunderland’s preparation period around their upcoming West Ham fixture, suggesting the club wants defensive reinforcements in place quickly. The timing reflects the urgency with which Sunderland are addressing key positional needs before the season progresses.
Part of ambitious summer strategy
Alderete becomes the eleventh player to join Sunderland during this transfer window, highlighting the scale of Le Bris’s reconstruction project. The double-digit arrival count emphasises how extensively the club is investing in squad depth and quality across multiple positions.
The defender’s signing continues a clear pattern of prioritising defensive reinforcement throughout the summer months. This approach suggests Sunderland recognise that Premier League survival depends heavily on defensive solidity, particularly for a club returning to the top flight.
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Final steps and integration
With Romano’s confirmation indicating a done deal, Alderete is expected to complete medical examinations and finalise paperwork promptly. Reports suggest the remaining formalities will proceed without complications, allowing for a swift announcement once all documentation is processed.
The Paraguay international’s integration into Le Bris’s system should happen quickly given the timing of his arrival. Sunderland’s coaching staff will have several days to work with their new signing before competitive fixtures resume, providing valuable preparation time for tactical familiarisation.
