Valencia Club de Fútbol has signed Venezuelan youth player Román Davis on loan to strengthen its youth structure. The 18-year-old right-back arrives with an option to buy from Universidad Central de Venezuela.
What happened?
Valencia CF has announced the arrival of Román Davis, an 18-year-old right-back from Universidad Central de Venezuela. The player arrives on loan with an option to buy to strengthen the youth ranks and begin his journey in Spanish football.
Why does it matter for Valencia CF?
The signing of Román Davis is an important reinforcement for Valencia CF's youth structure. The player has experience in the Sub-17 category of Vinotinto and is currently part of the international Sub-20 process.
What comes next?
Román Davis will join the work of Juvenil A and Valencia Mestalla, the reserve team that plays in the Segunda RFEF, the fourth division of Spanish football. The defender completed his formation stage at Deportivo Miranda before making the leap to the UCV first team in Caracas.
Valencia CF is 14th in the league, with 34 goals scored and 46 conceded (-12 goal difference). They are 44 points behind the leaders, Barcelona.
What does the player say?
Román Davis valued the support received by the institution during his first days of work. "Being here is a dream. I've always waited for this opportunity and arriving at Valencia was something incredible. I want to take advantage of the facilities, the support, and give my best to the team", he said.
What are the player's goals?
The Venezuelan right-back considers himself a versatile player with great give-and-take. At a group level, he wants to contribute to reaching far in the tournament, and individually, his goal is to reach the first team and consolidate himself.
What does this mean for European football?
The signing of Román Davis is an important reinforcement for European youth football. Venezuelan youth talent adds a new representative to European football.
