MLS New York Red Bulls

Red Bulls Midfielder Albert Celades Available To Play On Sunday

Published on April 2, 2009 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
New York Red Bulls News Release


SECAUCUS, NJ (April 2, 2009) - Red Bull New York announced today that midfielder Albert Celades has gained P-1 visa approval and the League has received receipt of his International Transfer Certificate. As a result, Celades will be available for selection for New York's next match on Sunday, April 5, when the Red Bulls face the Chicago Fire at Toyota Park at 3:00 PM ET (TV: MSG, TeleFutura; Radio: WADO 1280 AM).

The Red Bulls also announced today that it has waived forward Oscar Echeverry.

Celades was signed by New York on March 11, 2009. He is a veteran of the Spanish First Division (La Liga), having played for FC Barcelona and Real Madrid. The 33-year old began his career with Barcelona, appearing in 72 matches over four seasons and helping the Catalan side to multiple domestic and international titles, including two La Liga and Spanish Cup titles, as well as the 1997 UEFA SuperCup. After a stint with Celta Vigo, he made 56 appearances over five seasons with Real Madrid, playing a role in winning two La Liga championships and the 2001-02 UEFA Champions League.

Following a one-year loan to FC Girondins de Bordeaux, Celades made 72 appearances over three seasons with Real Zaragoza in Spain.

Echeverry, 32, was signed by New York on March 26, 2008 after joining the club from Colombian First Division side, Atletico Nacional. He played in nine regular season games last year, starting in seven, before undergoing season-ending knee surgery in August. He scored for the Red Bulls on June 25 in a 1-0 exhibition win over Chivas de Guadalajara in Glendale, AZ.

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