The signature that Michel Sanchez inadvertently revealed during his post-match press duties following Girona's 1-1 draw with Real Betis was confirmed. Pau Lopez signed a one-year loan deal from Olympique Marseille.
The 29-year-old comes from Geronaand was at the club until the age of 12, when he left for Espanyol, where he would eventually make his breakthrough. Lopez went on to move to Tottenham Hotspur, Betis, Roma and then Marseille, where he was originally a back up but has become first choice over the past two seasons. He was also a crucial part of their run to the semi-finals of the Europa League last year.
#GironaFC have confirmed the signing of Pau Lopez from #SU.pic.twitter.com/VYyeIQvwx3
— Football España (@footballespana_) August 16, 2024
Lopez will compete with Paulo Gazzanigga in goal for the Catalan side, although it would be a surprise if he left to become a back-up at Girona. Lopez will have the opportunity to compete in the Champions League, and Gazzanigga could consider himself unlucky if he loses his place, after doing well last season.
