For the better part of two weeks, the rumors mounted. Yesterday, Patrick Vieira all but confirmed it. And today, it’s official: Alexander Callens is New York City FC’s newest player.
He arrives on a free transfer from Spanish second division side CD Numancia, where he made 40 total appearances. A left-footed center back, Callens is a full Peru international estimated at a market value of €400,000 by Transfermarkt.
“I’m really happy to welcome Alexander to the squad. He’s an international defender with the characteristics we look for in his position,’’ NYCFC gaffer Patrick Vieira said in the club’s official release.