One of the main figures during the first semester in Colo Colo was Alan Saldivia. The Uruguayan footballer has been one of the permanent and essential players in Jorge Almirón’s scheme. In fact, his performance earned him recognition from the fans, where he was chosen as the best right center back in the first round of the 2024 National Championship.
Along with the above, Saldivia has also earned applause from both his teammates and former soccer players, such as Gonzalo Jara. The former Cacique player and the one who won a total of four titles with the Eternal Champion He praised the Uruguayan’s level of play and indicated the defender’s virtues, which would place him, without problems, in European football.
During the TNT Sports program, Pelota Parada, who was also a two-time Copa América champion, revealed that height, in the case of Saldivia, would not mean problems, since it has characteristics that can make up for that. Let’s remember that the Colocolino center measures 1.80 meters.
In this way, Jara revealed that his speed and, above all, his good positioning on the court are essential. “Beyond the fact that he does not have the stature of a European center back, but I think he has virtues. He is fast, has very good positioning, and has plenty of aerial play. So I think he can make up very well for what he lacks in height with other things.“, Jara said.
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Alan Saldivia’s future in Colo Colo
In recent weeks there has been talk about interest from Italy’s top category in the Colocolino defender, where it is mentioned that different Italian teams are interested in having the player. Let us remember, that Clubs that want to have Saldivia must pay the exit clause, which amounts to 2.2 million dollars.
In addition, the Cacique will also seek a renewal, where the Colocolino leaders hope to sit down next week with the player. Popular’s idea is to offer him a new contract, which would have a salary increase and of course a greater exit clause.
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The numbers of the Uruguayan defender in 2024
During the current campaign, the Uruguayan has had national and international participation, due to the Copa Libertadores, where the Cacique is installed in the Round of 16. The defender has played 21 games so far this season, where he has played a total of 1,862 minutes on the playing field.. Although he has not scored goals or assists in official matches, The Albos are, after Palestino, one of the least beaten defenses in the National Tournament.
