Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa joins Serie A’s Salernitana
Mexico Goalie Guillermo Ochoa joined the Serie A team Salernitana free transfer from American Club on a contract until June 2023, the Italian club announced on Friday.
The American side Liga MX, where Ochoa has played since 2019, bid farewell to the 37-year-old Mexican captain on Tuesday in a statement on Twitter Good luck to him in his next challenge in Europe.
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“The player has been with the club until 30 June 2023, with the option of an extension and will wear the number 13 shirt,” said Salernitana. in a statement.
The signing took place after Salernitana confirmed that the goalkeeper Luigi Sepe calf injury.
Ochoa saved Robert Lewandowski’s penalty to secure a 0-0 draw with Poland in Mexico’s opening World Cup match last month. However, Mexico did not make it through to the group stage after losing to eventual champions Argentina despite beating Saudi Arabia in their final match.
Ochoa could make his Serie A debut against defending champions AC Milan when the Italian league returns on January 4. Salernitana is 12th in the standings.
Information from the Associated Press contributed to this report.