RCD Espanyol is about to launch its sports project for the upcoming season with the announcement of its first signing. After weeks of intense work in the offices, the perica fans are starting to see the fruits of a stage that awakens a boundless illusion, led by the prestigious sports director Monchi.

Who is the first signing?

The one in charge of opening the box of highs will be Alex Calatrava, known in football as ‘Cala’, who will become the cornerstone of the new perico market. The operation has been closed under a formula of understanding between clubs, with Espanyol paying an amount close to five million euros.

Youth and international talent to reinforce the squad

The arrival of Calatrava is just the tip of the iceberg, as Monchi has already practically tied up two other top-level signings that will bring youth and international projection to the team: Quilindschy Hartman and Gabriel Moscardo. Hartman, 24 years old, arrives to reinforce the defense, while Moscardo, 20 years old, comes from Paris Saint-Germain.

Current context of RCD Espanyol

The blanquiazul team is in a position of 11th in La Liga, with 46 points, 12 wins, 10 draws and 16 losses in 38 games, and a goal difference of -12, having scored 43 goals and received 55. With these signings, RCD Espanyol aims to improve its position and get closer to the leaders, who are 48 points ahead.