💸Nacional secures its defence: big-money move for Haydar | OneFootball

Amid the intensity of the final quadrangular stage, Atlético Nacional has begun making strategic moves to strengthen its sporting project. The board of the Antioquia-based club has decided to secure the continuity of a player who, with a low profile but solid performances, became essential: defender César Haydar.

Exercising the purchase option

The center-back, whose rights belonged to Kawasaki Frontale of Japan, fully convinced the coaching staff thanks to his versatility and clean build-up from the back. After months of evaluation, the "Verdolaga" club decided to trigger the permanent purchase clause. The deal, valued at approximately $1.2 million, will tie the player to the institution on a permanent basis through a new contract running until December 2028.

A pillar for the future

Despite having suffered an injury that kept him sidelined for three months, confidence in Haydar did not waver. His ability to play as a left-sided center-back or full-back, along with his tactical awareness, keeps him as a top-quality option in Diego Arias' system. With 21 matches played, the board considers locking down the player a necessary investment for the immediate future, ensuring stability in one of the most critical areas of the pitch.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.