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Melgar Signs Franco Zanelatto on Free Transfer for 2026 Campaign

The 25-year-old Peru international joins as a free agent after an injury-hit stint at OFI Crete that limited him to 114 minutes.

Overview

  • FBC Melgar unveiled the winger on December 26, confirming he will feature in Liga 1 and the 2026 Copa Sudamericana.
  • He arrives on a free following a mutual contract termination with Greece’s OFI Crete, according to local reports.
  • In 2025 he made seven Greek Super League appearances for a total of 114 minutes without goals or assists.
  • Melgar’s announcement highlighted his recent involvement with Peru’s national team and his profile as a wide attacker.
  • The Arequipa club has also secured forwards Pablo Erustes and Jeriel De Santis as part of its offensive rebuild for 2026.