Christofer Gonzales does not continue at Sporting Cristal and returns abroad. Last Thursday, the Peruvian player was announced as the new signing of Al Adalah from Saudi Arabia.
With the Sporting Cristal shirt, Christofer Gonzales has won the Liga 1 Betsson, Copa Bicentenario, and participated in the group stage of the Copa Libertadores. Upon confirming his move to the Arab team, the popular 'Canchita' used his social networks to say goodbye to all the celeste people. He leaves with the satisfaction of giving his all on the field.
"Thank you, my dear Sporting Cristal. They were three and a half unforgettable years full of passion, professionalism, and love for this shirt. I will always have you in my heart," said Gonzales, an international player with the Peruvian National Team.
Christofer Gonzales carries Sporting Cristal in his heart
In his Instagram post, he also dedicated a few lines to his teammates, with whom he spent great moments in La Florida.
"Thanks to all my teammates, you don't know how much I'm going to miss you. My best wishes to you all. Thanks to the coaching staff, directors, administrators, medical department, equipment staff, nutritionists, psychologists, cleaning staff, and the entire celeste family for all the shared moments," he said.
Last but not least, Christofer Gonzales gave a heartfelt message to the fans of Sporting Cristal, who always supported him at the Alberto Gallardo Stadium.
"Especially, thanks to all the celeste fans for the love, everything experienced and achieved together these years. I will be back soon. I carry you in my heart, stay strong Cristal!" he concluded.
Al Adalah awaits the arrival of 'Canchita' Gonzales
In this 2022 season with the Rimense shirt, the former Universitario de Deportes, Colo Colo, and Melgar player scored seven goals and played 1046 minutes under the guidance of Roberto Mosquera as coach.
Meanwhile, in the previous Arab league campaign, Al Adalah finished second in the standings with 66 points, only surpassed by Al Khaleej on goal difference.