20-year-old Peruvian looking for his call-up for the 2026 Qualifiers will have as a teammate the world champion in the Australian league

Aydan Hammond will play alongside the legendary Juan Mata. – Credit: Western Sydney Wanderers

Aydan Hammond20 years old, will have the presence of an elite footballer in Western Sydney Wanderers of the A-League from Australia. The Peruvian forward will share a squad with the historic Juan Matachampion of Euro 2008 and the World Cup 2010 with Spain.

The 36-year-old Asturian decided to extend his career in the antipodes. After having played in recent years in the Kobe wears from Japan, and recently trained with the North West of Denmark, reached an agreement to join the WSW.

Juan Mata has signed a one-season contract with Western Sydney Wanderers. – Credit: WSW

“I am very excited to join Western Sydney Wanderers, the only Australian team to have won the Asian Champions League, and I can’t wait to get there and train with the team to prepare for the upcoming season,” Mata told the club’s official channels.

“I feel grateful and excited about this new adventure.“and eager to try to win another championship in a different league!” added the 36-year-old midfielder.

Mata, 36, begins his journey in Australia. | VIDEO: WSW

Coach Alen Stajcic also praised his integration into Western Sydney Wanderers: “Juan’s addition to our club and team is priceless..He is one of the most respected, talented and awarded players of a generation.”

“Not only does he bring a footballing talent and success rarely seen in Australian club football, but also a humility to share his experiences and knowledge. Juan will help our team perform well on the field, but more importantly, he will be an important figure in driving the growth and development of our young team.”

Aydan Hammond trains with the Western Sydney Wanderers FC first team ahead of the new season in Australia. – Credit: @aydannh17

The presence of Eyeas the strategist of the WSWwill contribute to the development of emerging footballers such as Aydan Hammondwho recently extended his contract until 2026 and is now waiting for an opportunity to establish himself among the first basemen.

The contract that arose in the Valencia CF will last only one season, considering that its premiere in the A-League starts in mid-October. It is expected, of course, that he will be a starter in the formation and develop the good football that he had in the Chelsea, Manchester United y Galatasaray.

Juan Mata, Western Sydney Wanderers destination. – Credit: BBC

From the moon wants to give himself the joy of being called by the Bicolor for the 2026 World Cup process, this is what he made known to Infobae Perulast July, in an exclusive interview: “I have always felt Peruviansince I have lived with my grandparents and Peruvian family all my life. I love our culture, values ​​and our passion for football and I am proud to be Peruvian.”

“Success in my football career is a big goal for me, but helping to give back to my family for all they have sacrificed for me is my biggest personal goal. My biggest dream is to play in Europe and represent my nation, Peru.“Hammond added.

The 20-year-old Australian-Peruvian winger was formed in the lower divisions of the Belenenses Football Club (BY) and then join the Central Coast Mariners and finally end up in the Western Sydney Wanderers of the A-League.

Aydan Hammond has his Peruvian documentation on hand in case of a call for the 2026 Qualifiers. | VIDEO: Paramount