MLS New York City FC

New York City Football Club Signs Costa Rican Forward Alonso Martínez

August 4, 2023 - Major League Soccer (MLS)
New York City FC News Release


New York City Football Club today announced that it has signed Forward Alonso Martínez from Belgian side Lommel SK through the 2025 season with options for 2026 and 2027.

The 24-year-old Costa Rican International will join the Club upon the receipt of his ITC and P-1 Visa.

The left-footed Forward joins New York City from City Football Group sister-club Lommel SK from the Belgian league having made 36 appearances scoring eight goals and providing nine assists. Martínez also featured with Costa Rican clubs LD Alajuelense and Guadalupe FC in 118 matches, tallying 30 goals and 18 assists across all competitions, including appearances in the Concacaf Champions League with Alajuelense.

Sporting Director David Lee said: "We are excited to welcome Alonso to New York. Alonso is a player with great experience for his age, having played extensively in the Concacaf region, both domestically and for the Costa Rica National Team, as well as becoming a key player for Lommel SK across the last year and a half in Europe. He is an exciting attacking player who is entering his prime and will add more depth and competition to our front line both this year and in seasons to come."

The 'Tico' has made 14 appearances with the National Team, representing his country in World Cup qualifiers, the Gold Cup and the Concacaf Nations League. Martínez has also made appearances with Costa Rica's U23 team.

Forward Alonso Martínez said: "I am thrilled to be joining New York City. It's a Club and City that is a reference in this League. I hope to use the experience I have gained throughout my career to help this team achieve its goals this season. I can't wait to get started and meet my new teammates and play in front of the New York faithful."

Everyone would like to welcome Alonso to New York.

Transaction: New York City Football Club acquires Forward Alonso Martínez from Lommel SK on a permanent contract through the 2025 season with options for 2026 and 2027. Martínez will join NYCFC pending the receipt of his ITC and P-1 Visa.

Name: Alonso Martínez

Position: Forward

Height: 5'8"

Weight: 158lb

Date of Birth: October 15, 1998

Age: 24

Birthplace: Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Last Club: Lommel SK

How Acquired: Permanent transfer through the 2025 season with options for 2026 and 2027.

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