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Independiente signs Ezequiel 'Chimy' Ávila from Real Betis

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 8:43 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Independiente signs Ezequiel 'Chimy' Ávila from Real Betis

Summary

Club Atlético Independiente has officially signed Argentine forward Ezequiel 'Chimy' Ávila to bolster its first-team squad. The 32-year-old joins as a free agent after leaving Spain's Real Betis, agreeing to a long-term deal that extends until December 2028. Ávila, known for his time in La Liga with clubs like Osasuna and Betis, is expected to play a crucial role in Independiente's sporting strategy upon his return to Argentine football. The club aims to strengthen its attacking options with this addition.

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•Ezequiel 'Chimy' Ávila joins Independiente as a free agent.
•He signed a contract valid until December 2028.
•Prior to this, he played for Real Betis in La Liga.
•Ávila has previously represented clubs like Osasuna.
•His arrival is aimed at strengthening Independiente's attack.

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8:43 PMYahoo Sports — 🤝Independiente make Chimy Ávila signing official

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Club Atlético Independiente confirmed the signing of Argentine forward Ezequiel “Chimy” Ávila as its new addition to strengthen the first-team squad.Transfer details and contract lengthThe 32-ye...
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