About Alan Saldivia
Born 2002. Alan Saldivia is an Uruguayan association football player.
Alan Gabriel Saldivia Vázquez (born 6 April 2002) is a Uruguayan professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Campeonato Brasileiro Série A club Vasco da Gama.
Early life
Saldivia was born in 2002 in Rivera, Uruguay.
Youth career
As a youth player, Saldivia joined the youth academy of Uruguayan side Montevideo City Torque. In 2021, Saldivia joined the youth academy of Chilean top flight side Colo-Colo, where he was regarded as a leader.
Senior career
Saldivia started his senior career with Chilean side Colo-Colo. On 9 April 2023, he debuted for Colo-Colo against Santiago City. In 2023, he renewed his contract with the club to 2026.
During the current 2025 campaign, he has featured in the starting XI for 19 of his side's 30 fixtures. His composure on the pitch has been evident, as he has been booked just three times, showcasing remarkable discipline for a regular starter.
On 13 January 2026, Saldivia signed a three-year contract with Brazilian club Vasco da Gama.
Style of play
Saldivia mainly operates as a central defender.
Honours Colo-Colo Chilean Primera División (1): 2024 Copa Chile (1): 2023 Supercopa de Chile (1): 2024
Individual Chilean Primera División Ideal Team: 2024
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Who is Alan Saldivia?
Uruguayan association footballer
When was Alan Saldivia born?
Alan Saldivia was born on 6 April 2002 in Rivera.
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Alan Saldivia is an association football player.
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Alan Saldivia is Uruguayan.
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