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RCD Mallorca defensive roster changes

Overview

RCD Mallorca has engaged in several defensive roster changes during the summer transfer period.

In early August, the club sent 19-year-old central defender Javier Olaizola on loan to Segunda División side CD Eldense to provide him with more playing time. By the end of the month, Mallorca moved to strengthen its own defensive options by acquiring defender John Chetauya on loan from Elche CF. Chetauya, a versatile player capable of playing as a right-back or center-back, joined the club to seek regular playing time after falling out of favor at Elche.

On August 31, the club confirmed that the loan agreement for the 25-year-old Chetauya includes an option to purchase at the end of the season. Chetauya, who can also play as a defensive midfielder or full-back, expressed enthusiasm about joining the squad and helping the team return to its rightful division.

In a simultaneous move, Mallorca saw a departure from its defensive line as Girona FC signed right-back Mateu Morey. The 26-year-old has committed to a two-year contract with Girona lasting until June 2028.

As the transfer market closed, Elche CF—the club from which Chetauya was loaned—finalized its own squad restructuring. This included the signing of Argentine defender Kevin Lomónaco from Independiente and the loan of French midfielder Thomas Lemar from Atlético de Madrid. Elche also saw the departure of central defender David Affengruber to Fulham for approximately 12 million euros. Following the window, Elche's General Director Pedro Schinocca stated the squad is balanced and aligned with summer planning, though the club remains active in the free agent market to strengthen goalkeeper and forward positions.

Entities

RCD Mallorca · Elche CF · David Affengruber · Kevin Lomónaco · Javier Olaizola

Timeline

  1. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Elche CF completes major squad overhaul during transfer window

    Elche CF has overhauled its squad with key signings including Thomas Lemar and Kevin Lomónaco, while securing 12 million euros from the sale of David Affengruber to Fulham.

  2. 12 days ago

    [SPORTS] 20 sources
    Elche CF completes squad overhaul with Lomónaco and Lemar signings

    Elche CF has overhauled its squad, signing Kevin Lomónaco from Independiente and Thomas Lemar on loan, following the 12 million euro sale of defender David Affengruber to Fulham.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Javier Olaizola joins CD Eldense on loan from RCD Mallorca

    Mallorca loan 19‑year‑old defender Javier Olaizola to CD Eldense as the club also eyes a possible exit for David López.

Sources

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This summary has been updated 3 times: see revision history