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
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.
- •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.
- 8:43 PMYahoo Sports — 🤝Independiente make Chimy Ávila signing official
"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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