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FC Goa sign Spanish centre-back Alex Zalaya for 2026-27 season
FC Goa have signed Spanish centre-back Alex Zalaya ahead of the 2026-27 Indian Super League season. The 28-year-old, who has played for Real Zaragoza, FC Barcelona B and seven other Spanish clubs,…
The Story in Brief
FC Goa have signed Spanish centre-back Alex Zalaya ahead of the 2026-27 Indian Super League season. The 28-year-old, who has played for Real Zaragoza, FC Barcelona B and seven other Spanish clubs, joins on a free transfer. The club highlighted his aerial ability, positional sense, and comfort in possession. Director of Football Lokesh Bherwani said Zalaya's leadership and technical skills will strengthen the squad, while head coach Gouramangi Singh praised his calmness and professionalism.
The Indian Opinion
Zalaya brings solid Spanish second-division experience, but his signing renews the old debate: do ISL clubs lean too heavily on foreign defenders at the cost of Indian talent? FC Goa already have a strong domestic core. The real test will be whether Zalaya's composure on the ball translates into fewer goals conceded, and whether a young Indian centre-back gets minutes behind him.
Source: thehindu.com
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