Anderson Arroyo’s Promotion to LaLiga with Alaves
Anderson Arroyo has been on loan from Liverpool since 2018, but his latest move to Spanish side Alaves has finally paid off with promotion to LaLiga. After spending the last five-and-a-half years out on loan, the Colombian full-back saw his team secure a playoff spot in the Segunda Division this season.
Alaves’ Playoff Run
Alaves finished fourth in the Segunda Division, setting up a two-legged semi-final against Eibar. After a 3-1 aggregate win, they faced Levante in the final. The first leg ended in a 0-0 draw, but Alaves were able to secure a 1-0 victory in extra time of the second leg. The game was decided by a penalty awarded in the seventh minute of stoppage time, when Levante defender Rober Pier was harshly adjudged to have handled the ball on the edge of the area. Asier Villalibre stepped up to convert the spot-kick, sending Alaves back to LaLiga at the first time of asking.
Arroyo’s Contract Situation
Arroyo signed a new contract with Liverpool prior to his move to Alaves, tying him to the club until 2025. However, it is unlikely he will return as part of the first team. Instead, after 22 appearances last season split between right-back and centre-back, he could head out on the seventh loan move of his career. Much will depend on the level of interest Liverpool receive in the player, as a sizeable offer – possibly from a club in Spain – would likely tempt them into parting ways on a permanent basis.
Conclusion
Anderson Arroyo’s loan move to Alaves has finally paid off with promotion to LaLiga. After 22 appearances this season split between right-back and centre-back, Arroyo could now be set for his seventh loan move of his career. Much will depend on the level of interest Liverpool receive in the player, as a sizeable offer could tempt them into parting ways on a permanent basis.