Alianza Lima lost 1-0 to Deportivo Binacional in the 17th round of the Liga 1 Betsson 2022. With this result, the team has no chance of winning the Apertura Tournament. Therefore, the club's management is reportedly working on bringing in some high-profile reinforcements to strengthen their squad for the second phase of the competition.
In recent days, some names have been strongly linked to Alianza Lima. In this article, we will tell you who are the players that could join the team coached by Carlos Bustos.
Paolo Guerrero
The player that generates the most expectations at Alianza Lima is Paolo Guerrero. The 'Predator' has already recovered from his injury and is looking for a team to regain his rhythm with the national team.
The 'Predator' was linked to Alianza Lima at the beginning of the season. Photo: GLR
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According to the information available, Alianza Lima has already had discussions with the national forward. However, the number 9 is analyzing some possibilities abroad.
Jefferson Montero
Another possibility to strengthen Alianza Lima's attack is Jefferson Montero, an Ecuadorian winger who has played in the Premier League, the Spanish league, and his national team.
Jefferson Montero played for Querétaro last season. Photo: EFE
The winger played last season for Querétaro in Mexico and is currently a free agent, so Alianza Lima has reportedly expressed interest in having him for the Clausura Tournament.
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Paolo Hurtado
The name of Paolo Hurtado has always been connected to Alianza Lima. Rumors about his arrival at the club have grown in recent days after his departure from Unión Española in Chile.
Paolo Hurtado played in the 2018 World Cup with the Peruvian national team. Photo: Instagram Paolo Hurtado
The 'Little Horse' has suffered several injuries in recent years, which has affected his playing time. So far, Alianza Lima has not made any formal offer to him, although the midfielder has expressed his desire to return to the club where he was formed.
Alianza Lima: next match
The team will face Ayacucho FC on Sunday, June 26, for the 18th round of the 2022 Liga 1. The match, scheduled for 6:00 p.m., will be played at Matute and will be broadcasted by GolPerú.
Carlos Zambrano among possible reinforcements for 2023
Alianza Lima is also reportedly considering reinforcements for the next season, and one option that may be considered for La Victoria is Carlos Zambrano.
The defender, who plays for Boca Juniors, has a contract in Argentina until the end of the year. According to RPP, the Fondo Blanquiazul (the club's financial group) has reportedly met with the player "to inquire if they can suggest his name as a possible signing for Alianza Lima in 2023."