Eintracht Frankfurt secured the services of one of the biggest emerging talents in Spanish football. Next season Fabio Blanco Gómez will move from Valencia CF, a team steeped in tradition, to Frankfurt and has signed a deal taking him to June 30, 2023 with an option to extend. The 17-year-old attacking talent will first be called into action for the Bundesliga side in the summer. Born in the Andalusian city of Almeria, Blanco Gómez is eligible to play for the U19s. The winger, who operates primarily on the right, has recently been on the radars of many top European sides.
Ben Manga, Director of Professional Football Eintracht Frankfurt: "Fabio Blanco Gómez was tempted by a few top European sides but had the good sense to decide to come to Frankfurt. His technical ability is extraordinary, the way he plays football and his anticipation in game situations, just outstanding. However, a young, rising talent still needs the opportunity to develop and flourish. Fabio will have that opportunity with us."
When I spoke to Ben Manga, he really convinced me and my family that the next stage of my development was in Frankfurt.
Fabio Blanco Gómez
Fabio Blanco Gómez: "When I spoke to Ben Manga, he really convinced me and my family that the next stage of my development was in Frankfurt. In recent years Frankfurt has progressed a lot and have a lot of matches to play in the coming season since they qualified for international competition. I would like to continue my development in Frankfurt and take this opportunity to develop personally while far away from home. I’m really looking forward to my time in Germany at Eintracht Frankfurt."
Axel Hellman, Spokesperson for Eintracht Frankfurt Fussball AG: "Fabio Blanco Gómez’s commitment shows the growing reputation of Eintracht Frankfurt. With this commitment, Ben Manga has demonstrated his eye for top-quality talent and his connections within top European football. We will continue along the same path."
Player Profile
- Name: Fabio Blanco Gómez
- Nationality: Spain
- Date of Birth: February 18, 2004
- Height: 1.79m
- Position: Forward
- At the club from: July 1, 2021
- Previous club: Valencia CF
- International football: Spain U16 (3), Spain U15 (3)
