During the break between international soccer tournaments, Bolivian soccer superstar Marcelo Moreno announced a new chapter in his career - according to officials from Ecuador's Independiente Valleys FC, the 35-year-old has officially joined the club, signing a contract until the end of the year. The official announcement picture shows the Bolivian legend's joy. (
) One of the most outstanding players in the history of Bolivian soccer, Marcelo Moreno had left his brilliant footprints in the far east - China.In February 2015, he joined Changchun Yatai (reg. Moreno) for a transfer fee of 2.5 million euros, and in the next two seasons, he scored 9 goals and 13 goals, becoming a key player in the team's relegation. (
) In 2017, with Changchun Yatai bringing in English Premier League's Watford's Ighalo, Moreno, whose contract had expired, moved on a free transfer to Wuhan Zhuoer of China's First Division. Under the tutelage of Ferreira and Tang Yaodong, he was honored as the Golden Boot of China's First Division with 23 goals, making a huge impact on the league. However, after Li Tie took over as coach of Wuhan Zall in the 2018 season, Moreno was sacked for the second half of the season due to his rivalry with foreigners Rafael Silva and Pedro Júnior. In 2019, Moreno moved to Shijiazhuang Yongchang (formerly Cangzhou Lions) on a free transfer and helped the team to a successful promotion. However, shortly after, he terminated his contract early citing "family reasons". Since leaving China, he has played for Cruzeiro and Portnoy Hills, and his price tag has dropped to 300,000 euros. Considering his strong friendship with Gustavo Quinteros, many media speculated that he might join Colo Colo. During his stint with Portnoy Hills, Moreno has expressed interest in joining Colo Colo: "If Portnoy Hills does not renew my contract, I will have a frank talk with them. If Colo Colo and Quinteros are both interested in me, I will sit down and talk to them." However, he ultimately turned down Colo Colo's offer in favor of Independence Valley. In the new season, he will lead his team in the Copa Libertadores, competing in the same group as Corinthians, Argentinos Juniors and Liverpool (Uruguay).
