Carlos Romero
ESYSigns contract extension until 2031
Romero has signed a contract extension with Villarreal until June 2031, two years beyond his previous deal, and will join the first team squad for the 2026/27 campaign after two successful loan spells at Espanyol, the club announced.
Analysis: Romero developed through Villarreal's academy before progressing through the B team in the second division, and his back-to-back seasons at Espanyol established him as one of the best defenders in La Liga, with his performances in the most recent campaign particularly standing out. Romero now returns to his parent club for what promises to be an exciting and demanding season in which Villarreal will compete in La Liga, the Copa del Rey and the Champions League. The club expressed their pride in securing the long-term future of one of the most promising products of their academy, with Romero set to add competition and quality to the first team defensive options heading into the new campaign.
Scores with season high blocks
Carlos Romero scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Osasuna.
Analysis: Romero starred on both sides of the ball, scoring the opening goal and delivering a standout defensive performance with 13 contributions, highlighted by three tackles, three interceptions, three clearances and a season-high four blocks. He has now delivered goal contributions in back-to-back matches after his assist in the previous game and is enjoying his most productive offensive campaign, with six goals and three assists in 35 starts.
Sets up opening goal
Romero had an assist while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing three times (one accurate) and creating a chance during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Athletic Club.
Analysis: Romero set up Perre Milla in the 69th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first goal involvement since March 1st for Romero despite being a locked in starter at left back. The fullback has combined for seven shots, three chances created and five crosses over his last three starts.
Defensive standout in loss
Carlos Romero recorded two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 1-0 loss against Rayo Vallecano.
Analysis: Carlos Romero led the Espanyol defensive effort Thursday with four tackles (three won) as they were undone by a late Rayo Vallecano goal in a 1-0 defeat. The defender's 90-minute shift marked his ninth successive full 90. Additionally, Carols Romero has won at least one tackle, at least one interception and at least one clearance across each of his last three appearances (three starts).
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