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SportsSpanish midfielder Alejandro Mestanza, 21, joins Académico Viseu on deal until June 2029
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Spanish midfielder Alejandro Mestanza, 21, has signed a contract with Portuguese club Académico Viseu until June 2029, becoming the team's third reinforcement for the 2026/27 season. Mestanza arrives from Atlético Madrid, where he completed his training, and spent the previous season on loan at Getafe B, making his La Liga debut for Getafe's first team in January 2026. Born in Madrid, he began his youth career at Rayo Majadahonda before joining Atlético's academy. Mestanza expressed confidence in the club's project and vowed to work hard to help the team. He joins fellow Spaniards Marcus Lavin (goalkeeper) and Argentine midfielder Cristian Ferreira as new additions. Académico Viseu, returning to Portugal's top flight after 37 years, will open their season against Benfica on August 9.
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Spanish footballer Alejandro Mestanza has signed a contract with Académico Viseu until June 2029, becoming the club's third signing for the 2026/27 season, the SAD announced this Wednesday.
The 21-year-old midfielder arrives in Viseu from Atlético Madrid, having completed his training at the Spanish club.
Background and Career
- Born in Madrid, Mestanza began his training at Rayo Majadahonda before joining Atlético Madrid's academy, where he progressed to the B team.
- Last season, he played for Getafe B on loan from Atlético Madrid and made his debut for Getafe's first team in La Liga in January 2026.
Player's Reaction
In statements released by Académico Viseu's official channels, Mestanza said he accepted the club's invitation without hesitation:
"When the Académico Viseu project was presented to me, I immediately felt a lot of confidence from the club and had no doubts about accepting this challenge."
The Spanish midfielder also stated he intends to "always work to the maximum to help the team" and expressed his desire to contribute to a positive season, calling for the support of the fans.
Transfer Context
Alejandro Mestanza is the third signing for the squad led by Bruno Pinheiro, following fellow Spaniard Marcus Lavin, a goalkeeper, and Argentine midfielder Cristian Ferreira.
Upcoming Season
The Viseu team, 37 years after returning to the top tier of Portuguese football, will begin their 1st League season with a match at Estádio da Luz against Benfica on August 9 at 8:30 PM.
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Alejandro Mestanza Joins Académico Viseu as Third Signing for 2026/27 Season