The wait is over, Kerala Blasters have officially announced their first foreign signing for the ’25-’26 season, Koldo Obieta Alberdi on a one-year deal. The Spanish Centre-Forward picked by Catala spent most of his career in the Third Tier of Spanish Football, followed by his time in LaLiga2 (Spanish 2nd Tier) and Ekstraklasa (Polish 1st Tier).
At 1.87 meters tall, Koldo brings physical prowess and aerial advantage, which complements his game style as a more or less traditional Centre-Forward/Anchor Man and is expected to fill the void filled by the Ghanaian striker Kwame Peprah last season. Koldo is expected to join the club soon for the preseason in Goa, which begins on the 7th of October, prior to their Super Cup campaign, which begins on the 30th of October.
Club Statement:
Kerala Blasters FC is pleased to confirm that the signing of Koldo Obieta Alberdi is now completed. The Spanish centre forward joins on a one-year deal, arriving from Real Unión, bringing his proven goal-scoring instincts and experience in the Spanish leagues to the Blasters roster.
Born in Gernika, Basque Country, Obieta developed his football at his hometown club, Gernika Club, before making his senior debut in 2012. Over the years, he has featured prominently in various Spanish clubs, including stints with Zamudio, SD Amorebieta, CD Tudelano, and AD Alcorcón, among others, gaining valuable experience across Spain’s competitive leagues and consistently demonstrating his ability to find the net.
Obieta combines physical presence with aerial threat, good positioning, and finishing skills both inside the box and on transitions. While he naturally leads the line, he has demonstrated versatility in recent seasons, adapting well to various forward roles within his team’s formations.
Sporting Director Karolis Skinkys said, “Obieta is an experienced forward who has played across several Spanish clubs. We believe his qualities will give us more options in attack, and we look forward to bringing him into the team and seeing the qualities he can add to our attack.”
Koldo Obieta said, “When I received the offer, I looked up the club on the internet and saw so much about the fans. I’m very proud to be a part of this family. I can’t wait to step onto the pitch and give my best.”
Kerala Blasters CEO, Abhik Chatterjee, said “We are pleased to welcome Koldo Obieta as our first foreign signing this season. We believe his experience and his hunger to affect proceedings up front will add value to the squad and support the team in the challenges ahead.”
Obieta will link up with his teammates during the pre-season camp in Goa, as the club intensifies preparations for what promises to be a competitive season ahead. The Blasters are set to begin their campaign on 7th October, with all newly signed players, including Obieta.
What’s Next:
With the Signing of Obieta, Kerala Blasters now have a proper, experienced foreign CF, which the club lacked since the departure of their Spanish star striker Jimenez amidst ISL Uncertainty. The next priority for the club would be to sign a proper, experienced foreign CB, which is also another key position where the club lacks depth in terms of foreigners. The Signing of Koldo Obieta is expected to make the fans alive again, as the atmosphere surrounding the fanbase had been temporarily dormant due to the lack of news from the club, and there’s nothing better than a new signing to announce to the fans that their beloved ‘Kombans’ are well and truly back.
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