Real Zaragoza announces Peter Ademo and Raúl Pereira as reinforcements
Real Zaragoza made the arrival of Peter Ademo and Raúl Pereira official this Monday. The Aragonese club reinforces the squad for the Primera RFEF dispute in the 2026-27 season. Lalo Arantegui, sporting director, confirmed the movements during a press conference. The two players join three others announced on the same day.
23-year-old Nigerian center Peter Ademo joins from Sheriff Tiraspol, Moldávia. Ele signs a contract valid until 2030. Já, left back Raúl Pereira, aged 21, comes from Cádiz and also signs until 2030. The signings are part of the reconstruction of the team led by Ibai Gómez.
Peter Ademo arrives with European experience in the spinal cord
Peter Ademo was born into Lagos, into Nigéria, on January 11, 2003. Ele left his home country to build a career with Leste Europeu. Passou by clubs in Lituânia, Letônia, Romênia and Moldávia. No Sheriff, became captain and competed in continental competitions such as Europa League and Conference League.
Last season, the midfielder played more than 3,100 minutes in 40 games. Marcou four goals and provided three assists. Seu’s defensive pivot style with good ball release should help balance Real Zaragoza’s midfield. Ele arrives at the maturity stage and represents a solid bet for the Ibai Gómez project.
The club sees him as a player capable of dictating the pace. Ademo has already demonstrated leadership by donning the armband on Sheriff. Sua’s adaptation to Spanish football will be closely monitored by the technical committee.
Raúl Pereira takes the left rail with full profile
Raúl Pereira, native of Algeciras, was born on May 10, 2005. Ele graduated from Cádiz’s youth ranks. In 2023-24, it was transferred to Atlético Sanluqueño in Primera RFEF, but with little drafting. The following year, he shone in the Cádiz branch of the Segunda RFEF, with around 2,500 minutes in 32 matches and two assists.
Esta season marked his professional debut. Ele played around 1,000 minutes in 16 games for Cádiz, 14 in the Spanish second division and two for Copa del Rey. Veloz and with good defensive ability, he also excels in attack. Real Zaragoza sees him as owning the position for the next few years.
- Velocidade to cover the hallway
- Offensive Projection Capacidade
- Experiência recent in pro
- Contrato long until 2030
- Aposta of present and future on the left side
The young full-back arrives to fill the gaps in the sector. Sua versatility pleases the management, who seeks balance between defense and attack on the flanks.
Outros three reinforcements complete the package of five signings
Além from Ademo and Pereira, Real Zaragoza announced Jaume Jardí, Rubén Díez Jamelli and Anartz Peña. Jaume Jardí, winger formed at Barcelona and with experience at Real Madrid Castilla, signed until 2029. Ele comes from Nástic of Tarragona, where he accumulated 24 goals and 19 assists in three seasons.
Rubén Díez Jamelli, a 32-year-old midfielder with Aragonese roots, arrives from AD Ceuta until 2028. Ele participated in 29 games last season, with five goals and two assists. Anartz Peña, 25-year-old goalkeeper, signed until 2028. Formado in Athletic and with recent experience alongside Ibai Gómez in Arenas Club, he should compete for position in goal.
Esses movements happen in parallel to a series of outputs. The club has already announced that 25 players will not remain in the squad for the next campaign. The reformulation seeks to put together a competitive team to fight for access.
Direção sports outlines clear plan for reconstruction
Lalo Arantegui detailed the plans at a press conference. The focus is on young signings with potential and players with experience in the category. Peter Ademo and Raúl Pereira fit this profile. One features international filming, the other projection and the future.
The White fans are eagerly following the first steps of the new cycle. Ibai Gómez, recently announced as coach, already has reinforcements available to shape the team. The preseason starts in July, which gives time for integration.
Real Zaragoza maintains a base of 13 players from the current squad. Algumas occasional renewals were also made. The objective is to build a balanced squad for the Primera RFEF.
Ficha technical of the main reinforcements announced
Peter Ademo arrives as a midfielder with strong defensive characteristics. Ele must form a duo or trio in the middle with other teammates. Sua physical presence helps in disputes. Raúl Pereira, in turn, wins the fight on the left side. Ele competes with possible home options or new names.
Long contracts signal management confidence. Até 2030 for both reinforces medium-term planning. The club avoids short-term signings and focuses on stability.
- Peter Ademo: 23 years old, center, former Sheriff, until 2030
- Raúl Pereira: 21 years old, left back, ex-Cádiz, until 2030
- Jaume Jardí: extreme, until 2029
- Rubén Díez Jamelli: half, until 2028
- Anartz Peña: goalkeeper, until 2028
Esses details show the effort to put together a cohesive group.
Expectativa for debut and immediate impact
New players must participate in pre-season. Ademo brings experience from European competitions, which could speed up his adaptation. Pereira, younger, needs to show consistency in his daily training. The fans wait to see the team on the field.
Real Zaragoza begins a new phase after internal restructuring. Initial hires indicate a selective investment path. Peter Ademo and Raúl Pereira represent key parts in this process. The rest of the market can still bring more news until the window closes.
Management remains attentive to the market. The main objective is to put together a team capable of competing in the top positions of the Primera RFEF.
