Kochi, August 31, 2021( Football news): Kerala Blasters FC have signed Spanish striker, Alvaro Vázquez for season 8 of the Indian Super League (ISL). He joins the club from Sporting de Gijón for the upcoming season. He will sign a contract with the club till 31st May 2022.

Born in Barcelona, the 30-year-old started his career in RCD Espanyol in 2005. Four years later, he made his senior team debut and in 2010 and made his  La Liga debut with the same club. He then joined Getafe CF in 2012, during his stint at Getafe CF, he was also loaned to Swansea City where he debuted in the Premier League. Vázquez then again joined his former club, RCD Espanyol, for a four-year contract. Whilst on contract with them, he was loaned to Gimnàstic de Tarragona and Real Zaragoza of Segunda División. In 2019, he joined Sporting de Gijón on a three year contract. He has represented Spain in the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup where he had scored five goals. In total he played 12 matches in the Premier League and over 150 games in La Liga.

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‘I'm happy that a high-level player like Alvaro is joining us. We are excited about him being a part of our family and hope that along with his quality, he will also bring high energy, leadership and fulfill his potential here.’ said Karolis Skinkys, Sporting Director, Kerala Blasters FC.

‘This is a new stage of my career and I am looking forward to embracing the football and culture of India, something which I have heard a lot about. I will do my best both on and off the field for the team.’ Said Alvaro Vázquez.