Omar Merlo

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Omar Jesús Merlo (Script error: No such module "IPA".; born 12 June 1987) is a former Argentine naturalized Chilean[1] professional footballer who played as a centre-back.

Career

Merlo made his first team debut for Colón in 2006, and quickly established himself as a regular member of the first team squad. In February 2008, he signed up with powerhouse team River Plate, where he won the Torneo Clausura. Seasons later, Merlo was a key player at the squad of Primera División club Huachipato that earned 2012 Torneo Clausura, scoring the winning penalty in the final.

In January 2024, he announced his retirement after playing for Curicó Unido in the 2023 Chilean Primera División.[2]

Personal life

Merlo naturalized Chilean by residence when he was a player of Huachipato.[1]

Honours

River Plate

Huachipato

Sporting Cristal

References

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External links

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