Former Chelsea captain, Cesar Azpilicueta has signed for Sevilla on a one-year contract. The 36-year-old, a free agent after his Atlético Madrid contract expired, just landed Seville for his medical today.
The veteran defender reportedly rejected interest from his boyhood club Osasuna, as well as Celta and offers from MLS and Qatar, to join the Andalusian club.
During his two seasons at Atlético Madrid, he played 54 matches, scoring once in LaLiga, but the club chose not to renew his deal. At Sevilla, the plan is for him to play more as a centre back than a full-back, although his versatility is a plus along with his experience.
According to Fabrizio Romano via his X account, César Azpilicueta has joined Sevilla on a free transfer following his departure from Atlético Madrid. The defender has arrived to undergo medical tests and complete the signing of his contract with the club. He tweeted:
” Cesar Azpilicueta, new Sevilla player on free transfer after leaving Atléti!
He’s just landed for medical and contract signing at the club.”
The Spaniard’s arrival follows a competitive race, with Osasuna, his boyhood club, and Celta Vigo vying for his signature. Sevilla’s swift move secured the deal, leveraging their European pedigree to attract the defender.
Azpilicueta, renowned for his versatility and leadership, brings a wealth of experience from his 11-year stint at Chelsea, where he won the Champions League, Premier League, and Europa League.
Softfootball reported earlier that Jose Mourinho has been sacked by Fenerbahce following the club’s failure to qualify for the Champions League after they were eliminated by Benfica in the playoff round.
