Gabriel Costa was part of the Universitario de Deportes three-time championship, but he did not enter the plans for the current season. Added to that was that his possible signing to San Martín was frustrated. For this reason, ‘Gabi’ decided to close his time in Peruvian football.
Through his social networks, the 35-year-old attacker announced that he will continue his career outside of Peru. He thanked Alianza Lima, Sporting Cristal and Universitario de Deportes.
“Today I want to express deep and sincere gratitude to three giant institutions of Peruvian football: Alianza Lima, Sporting Cristal and Universitario de Deportes. Having worn their shirts, defended their colors and been part of their history is a privilege that very few can tell,” he began his letter.
“With each of these clubs I experienced different stages, enormous challenges and unforgettable moments, crowned with the greatest joy that football gives: becoming champion. These titles were not just sporting achievements, they were the result of daily work, sacrifice, constant demand and the passion with which football is lived in Peru. Each championship was marked in my career and in my heart,” he added.
Peruvian team and farewell
“To the Peruvian Soccer Team, my eternal gratitude. Having the opportunity to represent an entire country and play in the Qualifiers for the World Cup in Qatar was one of the greatest honors of my career. Wearing the Blanquirroja, listening to the anthem and feeling the support of an entire people is something that is never forgotten. That experience shaped me not only as a soccer player, but also as a person,” he commented. Costa.
In addition, he stressed that Peru was key in his career. “My gratitude extends to Peru, to its people, to the fans, to those who were there in the good times and also in the difficult ones. Peru was a fundamental part of my professional path, a country that opened its doors to me, gave me opportunities and allowed me to grow, compete at the highest level and fulfill dreams that every soccer player longs for,” he said.
Costa He leaves calm for his national titles with Universitario (2), Alianza (1) and Cristal (1). “I leave with the peace of mind of having given everything, with pride in the path I have traveled and with immense respect for Peruvian football and its people. The memories, the titles, the experiences and the love received will remain with me forever,” he concluded.
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