Alberto Zapater is staying.
Atlético Ottawa extended the experienced Spaniard's contract through the end of the 2025 season, keeping the 39-year-old at the club for a 3rd season.
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Zapater joined Atlético in June 2023 during the summer transfer window, previously playing for Real Zaragoza and becoming a legend there.
In his time with Ottléti so far, he has featured in 43 matches across all competitions, scoring five times.
"I am grateful that my teammates and the club have confidence in me, these years have been unforgettable and I'm sure the best one is still to come," said Zapater to the club. "It is a unique experience, being a part of this league in Canada, and sharing it with my family is something I will always cherish. For now, though I am counting the days until February arrives and the whole team is together. I feel the same enthusiasm I had when kicking a ball for the first time. For Ottawa, Vamos Atleti!"
Zapater’s illustrious career includes over 450 matches at the highest levels of European football, with 138 appearances in LaLiga. He has also competed in top-tier leagues worldwide, featuring in Italy’s Serie A with Genoa, Portugal’s Primeira Liga with Sporting CP, and Russia’s Premier League with Lokomotiv Moscow.
He joins goalkeeper Nathan Ingham; defenders Tyr Walker, Jonathan Grant, and Amer Didi?; midfielders Manny Aparicio, Aboubacar Sissoko, Kris Twardek, Noah Verhoeven, and Gabriel Antinoro; and forwards Ballou Tabla, Kevin Santos, and Sam Salter.
