Unión secure future as Juan Pablo Ludueña signs until 2029 | OneFootball

In a clear commitment to consolidating the talent developed in its youth academy, Unión officially announced the extension of Juan Pablo Ludueña’s contract. The defender, a key piece in the renewal of the back line, has sealed his continuity with the red-and-white institution for the next three seasons.

“Tatengue” Shielding Until December 2029

Accompanied by sporting director Santiago Zurbriggen, the 23-year-old center back signed the agreement that ties him to the club until the end of 2029. “Juan Pablo Ludueña 2029. The defender who came up through our youth divisions has extended his contract. Keep it up, Juan!” celebrated the club through its official channels, reaffirming its confidence in the youth development project.

Consolidation in the First Team

Born in Villa Santa Rosa in 2003, Ludueña has managed to turn promise into reality. So far in the 2026 Torneo Apertura, the center back has already recorded:

His technical and physical development has allowed him to gain ground in the coaching staff’s consideration, even surpassing other promising youngsters like Valentín Fascendini in the rotation.

The Youngster’s Path to the Professional Ranks

After a period of growth in the AFA Reserve (Copa Proyección) between 2022 and 2024, Ludueña made the definitive leap to the senior squad in 2025, earning minutes in both local tournaments and the Copa Argentina.

With this long-term renewal, Unión’s management sends a clear message: strengthening the professional team will continue to be fundamentally based on players developed at the club, ensuring the continuity of a defender who has already proven himself up to the demands of the top division.

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