Alfredo Morelos: A Heartfelt Return to South America with Santos

 Alfredo Morelos: A Heartfelt Return to South America with Santos

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Former Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos has made a heartfelt return to South America by signing a contract with the Brazilian club Santos. This move signifies not a final farewell, but rather a promising "see you later" from the Colombian footballer.

Having spent a remarkable six seasons with Rangers, Morelos parted ways with the Scottish club as a free agent at the conclusion of the previous season. During the transfer window, he had been the subject of numerous transfer speculations, but ultimately, he opted to continue his career in a new continent.

On Tuesday, the 27-year-old expressed his gratitude to Rangers, affectionately referring to them as "my dear soulful team" in a social media post. He reassured his fans and former teammates, stating, "This is not a final farewell but a see you later filled with hope. See you in the future, Rangers! I will always be ready to be there for my friends in Royal Blue."

Morelos's time at Rangers was marked by outstanding contributions, as he netted an impressive 124 goals in 269 appearances. He notably held the distinction of being the top scorer for Rangers in four of the six seasons he spent at the club. Among the memorable moments of his Rangers journey, he regarded their Scottish Premiership title triumph in 2021 and their subsequent appearance in the Europa League final in the following season, where they secured victory in the Scottish Cup, as particularly significant highlights.

Santos, confirming Morelos's transfer through their official website, is recognized as Brazil's second most successful football club, boasting nine domestic trophies, with their most recent title dating back to 2004. This move to Santos marks a significant new chapter in Alfredo Morelos's football career as he embarks on a fresh adventure in the vibrant Brazilian football scene.