Ukranian club FC Metalist Kharkiv have announced the signing of Argentine midfielder Walter Anibal Acevedo from San Lorenzo. Acevedo, 22, is primarily a defensive midfield player, and has signed a five year contract at Metalist Kharkiv. He has been capped for Argentina at U-17 and U-20 levels.
Acevedo made over 50 appearances for San Lorenzo in his three year stint as a professional footballer with them.
Acevedo is eligible to play for Kharkiv in the UEFA Cup. Kharkiv face Sampdoria in the round of 32.
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