RC Deportivo has locked in goalkeeper Leonardo Román Riquelme from RCD Mallorca on a five-year contract, marking the club’s second reinforcement ahead of the upcoming season. The deal, confirmed on July 3, 2026, brings the 25-year-old Ibiza-born keeper to A Coruña as Deportivo continues rebuilding its squad for competitive play.

No transfer fee was publicly disclosed, though Román’s estimated market value sits in the range of €6M to €7.4M. That valuation jumped after Mallorca extended his contract through June 30, 2030, just last year, making Deportivo’s move a notable coup.

What Deportivo gets in Román

Román stands 1.89 meters tall and has built a steady reputation as a reliable La Liga presence. He joined Mallorca’s youth setup back in 2020, working his way through the ranks to first-team action.

His career trajectory includes a loan spell at Real Oviedo during the 2023-24 season, where he got consistent minutes and sharpened his game outside Mallorca’s shadow. He has also earned caps with Spain’s national team program, adding international experience to his résumé.