Transfer
Gulácsi unveiled at Villarreal: 'A huge challenge in a massive club'
Peter Gulácsi, Villarreal CF's new goalkeeper, shares his excitement about joining the team and his ambition to compete in La Liga.
Peter Gulácsi joins Villarreal CF for the next two seasons The Hungarian goalkeeper Peter Gulácsi has been officially unveiled as a new player for Villarreal CF for the next two seasons. The team, which finished the last campaign in 3rd place in La Liga with 61 points (19 wins, 4 draws and 8 losses in 31 games), aims to strengthen its goalkeeping with Gulácsi's experience. ## What did Gulácsi say about his arrival? Gulácsi, who arrives after eleven years at RB Leipzig, highlighted that Villarreal is "one of the best teams in Spain" and did not hesitate to accept the offer. "I wanted to maintain a high competitive level and experience another culture," he explained. The goalkeeper also promised to learn Spanish in a month and adapt quickly to the team. ## Why is it important for Villarreal? With 56 goals scored and 36 conceded (+20 goal difference) last season, Villarreal aims to consolidate itself as an ambitious team. Gulácsi, with his international experience, will bring solidity to the goal and compete with the other goalkeepers on the team. ## What does Gulácsi expect from his new stage? Gulácsi sees his arrival as "a huge challenge" and is excited to compete in the League, where Villarreal has been successful in European competitions. "I hope to give my best and continue to be successful," concluded the goalkeeper.