Adrián de la Fuente 'Dela' is in contract negotiations with Levante UD. The centre-back and team captain confirmed the club has made him an offer and he has submitted a counteroffer.
Dela expressed his desire to stay with the granota side during an interview this week. "I feel very good here," the defender stated. The intention of both parties is to reach an agreement for three additional seasons. The player, who is beginning his fourth campaign with the club, was named one of the four captains for the 2026-27 season following the departures of Pablo Martínez and Morales.
Adrián de la Fuente has become a key piece in Levante's defence. His leadership within the dressing room earned him the captain's armband alongside Brugui, Iván Romero and Mandi. These players will act as an extension of manager Luis Castro on the pitch. Dela arrived at the club three seasons ago and his development has been steady, establishing himself as a reference point both on and off the field.
The Valencian team approaches the new season with ambition. The defence is one of the lines that has received the most reinforcements during the summer transfer window, seeking greater solidity for the challenges ahead.
Keeping Dela would signal stability for a dressing room in transition. His continuity would guarantee experience and club knowledge in a backline that mixes veterans with youth. The centre-back perfectly understands the club's values and the style of play Luis Castro aims to implement.
The negotiation comes during a summer of significant changes in the sporting structure. Levante has made several moves in the market to strengthen different positions. The full squad presents a balance between homegrown players and recent signings, all aimed at improving collective performance.
The granotas are deep in preseason under the orders of Luis Castro. The Portuguese manager particularly values the commitment of players like Dela, who represent the club's spirit. The team's next official fixture is a league match listed on our fixtures calendar.
The 2026-27 season presents new challenges for Levante UD. The team wants to improve its position compared to previous campaigns and compete for higher objectives. For this, the continuity of its pillars, both on the pitch and in the dressing room, is considered essential.
The standings from last season and the team's progression can be followed in the standings section. Historical data shows a constant progression that the club aims to maintain with figures like Dela in the squad. The centre-back, born in 1999, aims to sign a contract that would keep him at Levante UD until 2029.
