Espanyol secure Fortuño’s future with three-year contract extension
RCD Espanyol has made a clear statement about their goalkeeping future. Ángel Fortuño has signed a contract extension until 2030, three more seasons than originally planned. The La21 goalkeeper, who joined the club at just six years old, now has his future tied to the blanquiazul project.
The deal arrives as Fortuño had one year left on his contract, now extended through the summer of 2030. Club bosses trust his growth and see him as Dmitrović’s natural successor. The Serbian stopper, 34, is in the final stretch of his peak performance years.
Why the club is backing the 24-year-old goalkeeper
Espanyol isn’t holding back on Fortuño. The homegrown goalkeeper, who rose through every youth level at the club, made his first-team debut last season and has already logged minutes in official matches. His renewal highlights the club’s commitment to its academy, a hallmark of RCDE Stadium.
Dmitrović remains vital now, but the club must plan for the future. Fortuño, who just turned 24, still needs top-flight experience. The technical staff is weighing two options: easing him into first-team minutes or sending him out on loan to gain game time.
Loan the most likely path for Fortuño
Espanyol prefers not to rush things. Though Fortuño is first-team material, his minutes are limited with Dmitrović between the posts. A loan spell to gain experience looks like the most logical step.
The renewal clears the way. The club can send him out knowing he’ll stay tied to the club at least until 2030. The goal is simple: bring him back with more know-how and ready to take on a bigger role.
From six-year-old to first-team goalkeeper
Fortuño arrived at La21 at six years old and climbed every youth level. His progress has been steady, from the youngest categories to the LaLiga2 reserve side. His first-team breakthrough came in 2025-26, where he logged minutes in official matches.
The club isn’t hiding its satisfaction. The extension until 2030 isn’t just a contract - it’s a commitment to his development. The goalkeeper still has plenty of chapters left to write in RCD Espanyol’s history.
