December 26, 2025, marks the 29th birthday of Omar Alderete, the Paraguayan defender who has become a key figure for Sunderland AFC. Since joining Sunderland from Getafe for a 10m fee , as confirmed by SoftFootball , Alderete has impressed fans with his defensive solidity, aerial dominance, and composure under pressure.
The Boxing Day milestone celebrates not just his age but a career defined by resilience and adaptability. Alderete's football journey began in Asuncion, Paraguay, where he developed through local academies before debuting professionally with Cerro Porteno.
His talents took him to Argentina with Huracan and Godoy Cruz, where his versatility as a centre-back and occasional left-back drew attention from European scouts. In 2020, he joined Hertha Berlin, later moving to FC Basel, gaining experience in both the Bundesliga and UEFA competitions.
