NEW YORK (AP) — Two-time American League MVP Juan Gonzalez agreed Tuesday to a contract with Kansas City, and Roberto Alomar accepted a deal with Arizona for a huge paycut.

Gonzalez is guaranteed $4.5 million by the Royals. Kansas City general manager Allard Baird isn’t worried about the durability of the 34-year-old outfielder.

“I went out to Arizona and watched him work out for two days,” Baird said. “I think he’s in great shape . . . and I feel very comfortable with him being ready to go.”

Gonzalez, a three-time All-Star, played in 82 games last year, hitting .294 with 24 homers and 70 RBIs before a calf injury ended his season.

The outfielder gets $4 million this season, and the deal includes a mutual option for 2005 at $7 million. If the Royals decline the option, Gonzalez would receive a $500,000 buyout. In addition, he can earn $2 million in performance bonuses this year and $1.5 million in 2005.

Alomar, a 12-time All-Star at second base, is guaranteed just $1 million by Arizona, and $350,000 of that is deferred without interest until 2009. The agreement does not contain any performance bonuses.