Perea was also on loan last season, at Hansa Rostock of Bundesliga 2, where he made 33 appearances, scoring four goals and setting up another two. The Colombian attacker first joined VfB in summer 2022 from Greek top-flight side PAS Giannina and has played 19 time for the club to date, scoring once.
“After last season’s loan to Hansa Rostock, the move to the Swiss Super League and FC Zürich is an absolutely sensible step for Juan,” said VfB sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth. “We would like to wish both the player and the club all the best for a successful season.”