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Paolo Guerrero Says He Plans to Play 2026 Season, Then Retire

He set out the plan in a TV interview, pending a new Alianza Lima contract for 2026.

Overview

  • Guerrero, 41, told Nativa that his intention is to play the entire 2026 campaign before saying goodbye to professional football.
  • His current deal with Alianza Lima runs through December 2025, and no extension covering 2026 has been announced.
  • Local reporting suggests he is likely to remain with Alianza Lima for a farewell season, and sporting director Franco Navarro has expressed a desire to keep him.
  • He said he may pursue future roles such as coach or sporting director and highlighted business projects he hopes to develop after retirement.
  • He returned to Alianza Lima in September 2024 and brings a distinguished résumé that includes Bayern Munich, Hamburg, Corinthians, Flamengo and Racing, with a Club World Cup title at Corinthians.