Former Arsenal and Manchester United star Alexis Sanchez has made a remarkable return to Udinese, rejoining the Serie A club 18 years after his initial signing. The 35-year-old Chilean forward has signed a two-year contract with the Italian side, marking a nostalgic homecoming to the club where he first made his name in European football.
Alexis Sanchez, who was released by Inter Milan when his contract expired in July, is set to bring his wealth of experience back to Udinese, where he previously played from 2006 to 2011. During his first stint with the club, Sanchez quickly rose to prominence, showcasing his talent and earning a move to Barcelona.
The Chilean forward’s career has seen him shine on some of football’s biggest stages. Sanchez scored 80 goals in 166 appearances for Arsenal after joining the Gunners from Barcelona in 2014. However, his move to Manchester United in 2018, as part of a swap deal, was less fruitful, as he managed only five goals in 45 matches.
Following a challenging spell at Old Trafford, Sanchez was loaned to Inter Milan in 2019, where he later made the move permanent. He played a pivotal role in Inter’s Serie A title-winning campaign last season after spending a year at Marseille. Now, as he returns to Udinese, Sanchez is eager to make an impact once again.
Udinese, who finished sixth from the bottom in Serie A last season, will be hoping that Sanchez’s return can inspire a resurgence. For Sanchez, it’s an opportunity to bring his career full circle, reconnecting with the club that helped launch his journey in European football.
Fans of Udinese will be eager to see if their prodigal son can recapture the magic of his early days in Italy and help steer the team to greater heights in the upcoming season.
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