Villarreal have surprised everyone with a signing that has begun to yield immediate results. The yellow club have invested 3 million euros in a goalkeeper who is already starting to make a difference. In the recent victory of the yellow submarine against Sevilla by 1-2 at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, this goalkeeper emerged as one of the key figures of the match.
The signing came from Leganés, a team where he was fundamental for their promotion to LaLiga last season. With a contract signed until 2029, the new Villarreal goalkeeper was not only an express request from Marcelino García Toral, he is also emerging as a key player in goal. Although it is still early, the goalkeeper's performance has made it clear that the investment made by the club has been a success.
Diego Conde, Villarreal's revelation
The name Diego Conde is already starting to resonate among Villarreal fans. The former Leganés goalkeeper has been one of the most pleasant surprises of the season, and in the match against Sevilla he showed why Marcelino trusts him so much. During the final minutes, Conde became the hero of the match by making several decisive saves that prevented Sevilla from equalising the score.
At 25, Conde is in the prime of his career, and his impact on Villarreal has been immediate. In his second game in the Primera División, he has already shown that he is ready to compete at the highest level. With his reflexes and mastery of aerial play, Conde has quickly earned the respect of his teammates and coaches.
A strategic signing for Villarreal
Marcelino García Toral has been clear since his arrival: he wanted a goalkeeper who could compete with Filip Jorgensen and take over in the long term. Diego Conde fits that profile perfectly. His experience in professional football and his performance last season with Leganés make him a bet for the future.
In addition to his performance on the pitch, Diego Conde has shown that he has a winning mentality. His ability to withstand pressure at critical moments, as seen against Sevilla, will be vital for Villarreal in a season where they aspire to be among the best. Marcelino has been key in his arrival and, with each game, the Asturian coach seems to have made the right choice.