Biography
Who is Omar Alderete?
Early life and career
Omar Alderete Federico Alderete Fernández was born on December 26, 1996, in Asunción, Paraguay. He began his football path with Cerro Porteño, playing for their under-20 team at the 2016 U-20 Copa Libertadores. During this tournament between January and February 2016, Omar scored one goal against Bolívar in three appearances. Months later, in May 2016, he made his professional debut for Cerro Porteño in a Paraguayan Primera División match against Rubio Ñu.
Move to Europe and Basel
On June 4, 2019, Omar agreed to a transfer to Swiss Super League club Basel, with the deal officially going through on June 11. He joined the first team under head coach Marcel Koller for the 2019-20 season. After playing in five test games, Omar made his domestic league debut in an away match at the Stade Tourbillon on July 19, 2019, where Basel defeated FC Sion 4-1. Four days later, on July 23, 2019, he scored his first goal for the team during a UEFA Champions League qualifying round match against PSV Eindhoven.
Hertha BSC, Valencia and Getafe
On October 5, 2020, Omar signed a long-term contract with German club Hertha BSC. He made his debut for the team on October 24 in a match against RB Leipzig at the Red Bull Arena, which ended in a 2-1 result. Seeking further playing time, Omar moved to Valencia CF on July 12, 2021, joining the Spanish club on a season-long loan that included an option to buy.
Sunderland and International career
On August 12, 2025, Premier League club Sunderland announced the signing of Omar on a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee. On September 27, he scored his first goal for Sunderland in a 1-0 away victory against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.
Birthday and age
Omar Alderete was born on December 26, 1996, which makes Omar 29 years old today. That birthday falls under the Capricorn sign. Omar shares the date with 37 other famous people.
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