Luis Suárez Swaps UD Almería for Sporting CP in high-profile transfer
The Colombian striker seals move to Portuguese champions after standout season in Spanish second-tier LaLiga Hypermotion
Sporting Club de Portugal have officially secured the signature of Colombian forward Luis Suárez, completing a hard-fought transfer from UD Almería. The move comes after lengthy negotiations between the two clubs, culminating in Suárez putting pen to paper with the Lisbon giants. The deal marks a major step in the 27-year-old's footballing career, as he prepares to feature in next season’s UEFA Champions League.
Suárez, who departs UD Almería after 3 seasons, leaves behind a notable legacy. Since arriving in the January 2022/23 transfer window to bolster the Andalusian Club's top-flight campaign, he made a total of 79 appearances, scoring 41 goals and producing 13 assists.
His initial impact in the 2022/23 LaLiga season saw him feature in 21 matches, tallying 4 goals and 5 assists. The following year 2023/24, was marred by a serious injury, limiting him to 15 appearances, though Suárez still managed 6 goals in Spain’s top tier.
However, it was the 2024/25 season in the Segunda that truly showcased Luis Suárez’s attacking prowess. The Santa Marta-born striker led the scoring charts with 27 goals in 41 league fixtures, adding another 4 in Spanish Cup ties. His overall haul of 31 goals and 8 assists powered him to the top scorer title in LaLiga Hypermotion, firmly establishing him as one of the standout performers in Spanish second-tier football.
Luis Suárez left UD Almería’s pre-season camp last Friday to complete formalities in Lisbon and now begins a new chapter with the Lusitanian champions. He issued a heartfelt farewell to UD Almería, expressing enormous gratitude for the unwavering support received during his tenure. In return, the Club praised his dedication and professionalism, wishing him every success in his future endeavors at Sporting CP.