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Villarreal Secures Goalkeeper Péter Gulácsi from RB Leipzig

August 4, 2026Carlos Mendoza1 мин

Early this week, La Liga team Villarreal welcomed a new goalkeeper to their squad, finalizing a transfer agreement with RB Leipzig for Péter Gulácsi.

Strengthening their goalkeeping position had become a priority for Villarreal in recent weeks.

Following the loan departures of Diego Conde to Real Betis and Arnau Tenas to RCD Mallorca, the Yellow Submarine actively sought new talent.

After considering numerous transfer targets globally, Péter Gulácsi emerged as the primary focus.

Following weeks of negotiations with Bundesliga club RB Leipzig, Villarreal confirmed the signing on Monday.

As announced by the club on their social media channels: "Villarreal CF and RB Leipzig have reached a transfer agreement for Gulácsi, who will be the groguet goalkeeper for the next two seasons."

Villarreal Sign Goalkeeper Péter Gulácsi

Villarreal has officially announced the signing of goalkeeper Péter Gulácsi from RB Leipzig. The Hungarian international joins the Spanish club on a two-season contract, addressing a critical need in their squad following previous departures.

The move comes after Villarreal saw their previous goalkeeping options, Diego Conde and Arnau Tenas, depart on loan to Real Betis and RCD Mallorca respectively. This prompted an extensive search for a new number one, with Gulácsi quickly becoming their top target.

After protracted negotiations with RB Leipzig, the La Liga outfit has successfully secured the services of the experienced shot-stopper. Gulácsi's arrival is expected to bolster Villarreal's defensive unit for the upcoming campaigns.