Barreto bound for NEC
Friday, January 30, 2004
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Dutch side NEC Nijmegen have signed Paraguayan midfield player Edgar Barreto from Club Cerro Porteño.
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NEC Nijmegen have signed the Paraguayan midfield player Edgar Barreto.
Olympic glory
The 19-year-old has agreed a four-and-a-half year contract with the Eredivisie side, and joins from Club Cerro Porteño in his homeland. An important figure in his country's Olympic team, Barreto played a key role last weekend as Paraguay knocked out Brazil to earn a place in this summer's tournament in Athens.
Imposing style
A dynamic, hard-working midfield player, Barreto boasts good technique and a powerful shot. NEC will be hoping he can reinvigorate their season – Johan Neeskens' side currently lie in 14th position in the Dutch top flight.
