Alberto Noguera: Spanish midfielder signs new deal with ISL club Mumbai City FC

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Mumbai City midfielder Alberto Noguera has extended his stay with the club by signing a one-year contract extension.

The Spanish midfielder has penned a new deal which will keep him at the club till the end of 2023-24 season. The 34-year-old played a vital role in Mumbai City's immensely successful campaign last season, which saw the Islanders win the 2022-23 ISL Shield.

Not only did the Spaniard play his part in Mumbai City FC's relentless offence with four crucial goals against Hyderabad FC, Chennayin FC, FC Goa and Odisha FC, but also helped reinforce the Islanders' impermeable defence with 55 tackles, 11 interceptions and 15 blocks.

The attacking midfielder capped off a fine debut season with the Islanders with a stunning goal in a 3-1 win against Jamshedpur FC in the Club Playoffs, helping Mumbai City FC secure a spot in the Group Stage of the 2023-24 AFC Champions League.

Born in Madrid, Noguera rose through the ranks at Getafe CF before beginning his professional career with Rayo Vallecano. The midfielder has featured at the senior level for Atletico Madrid in La Liga and has plied his trade at several clubs across the Segunda and Tercera divisions in Spain. Noguera has represented Blackpool FC in England and Baku FC in Azerbaijan as well. Before arriving at Mumbai City FC, Noguera represented FC Goa for two seasons between 2020-2022.

Noguera was ecstatic after signing the deal and said it was an easy decision for him. The midfielder also said he is ready to face the 'important challenges' in the coming days.

"Staying on at Mumbai City was an easy decision for me. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here, and we've had a good season last time out. To be able to help make history for the Club, it's a moment of pride for me and the fans have made me feel like a part of this family. We have important challenges ahead, especially defending our league title and I am ready to help the Club achieve even more," Noguera said.

"We're very happy that Alberto has chosen to extend his stay with us for another season. His experience and ability to positively influence games played a major role in our success this season," MCFC head coach Buckingham said.

(With inputs from Agency)