Player Details

Name

Romain Alessandrini

Height

5' 8"

Weight

154 lbs

Date of Birth

4.3.1989 (35)

Position

Midfielder
Career Summary

Out of contract following 2019 season.

PRONUNCIATION: Roh-mahn Al-ess-anne-dree-knee

Alessandrini is a relentlessly attacking-minded winger who led the LA Galaxy in both goals and assists in his first season. He puts opposing backlines under constant pressure with his ability to beat defenders 1-v-1, connect the final pass, and finish. His production didn't falter in 2018 - he had 11 goals and nine assists - despite a drop in minutes.

INTERNATIONAL: Alessandrini was named to France’s international squad in 2013 but did not make an appearance after withdrawing due to a minor injury.

OUTSIDE MLS: Alessandrini joined the Galaxy after nearly 10 years of playing professional in France for various teams, most recently in France’s Ligue 1 for Marseille. In Ligue 1, France’s top professional division, Alessandrini totaled 31 goals and 21 assists. Prior to his time in France’s top league, Alessandrini featured for FC Gueugnon and Clermont Foot Auvergne 63.