Transfer
Gulácsi: "I wanted a new challenge and I’m joining one of the best teams in Spain"
Péter Gulácsi, Villarreal CF’s new goalkeeper, talks about his arrival: "I wanted a new challenge and I’m joining one of the best teams in Spain".
Villarreal CF presents Péter Gulácsi as new goalkeeper Villarreal CF has officially presented Péter Gulácsi as their new goalkeeper. The Hungarian shot-stopper, arriving from RB Leipzig, joins the team with the aim of bringing experience and quality to the goal. The club, which finished the 2025 season in third place in La Liga with 61 points (19 wins, 4 draws, and 8 losses), seeks to consolidate itself among the elite of Spanish football. ## What did Gulácsi say about his arrival? Gulácsi expressed his excitement about joining Villarreal CF: "I am very happy to be here. I have already trained with the team and I am full of motivation. I was looking for a new challenge after many years in Germany, and this club is one of the best in Spain". The goalkeeper highlighted his desire to contribute with his experience and adapt to his new role in the team. ## Why is Villarreal CF an attractive destination? Gulácsi mentioned Villarreal CF’s ambition as a key factor in his decision: "We all know that Villarreal is a very successful club, always qualifying for the Europa League and having won the title. Their participation in the Champions League in recent years shows their ambition". ## What did the Villarreal CF CEO say? Fernando Roig Negueroles, CEO of Villarreal CF, highlighted Gulácsi’s career: "He is a top-class goalkeeper with an impeccable career. He has been key at RB Leipzig and has won important titles. We are sure he will bring a lot of experience to the team".