Nelson Monte and Adrián Embarba appointed UD Almería co-captains
The duo joins Fernando Martínez, Chumi and Léo Baptistão in the leadership group for the 2025/26 season
Adrián Embarba and Nelson Monte have been named co-captains of UD Almería, reinforcing their leadership roles following standout performances this season. The Lusitanian centre-back and Spanish winger will share captaincy duties with Fernando Martínez, Chumi, and Léo Baptistão.
Both players returned to UD Almería this year, with Embarba coming back after a loan spell at Rayo Vallecano, while Monte rejoined after successful stints at Lusitanian side GD Chaves and Málaga CF. Their return coincides with strong individual performances, making them deserving of the captain's armband.
The current leadership group is anchored by Fernando, who is in his 9th season at the Club, Chumi in his 6th and Baptistão in his 4th. Although Embarba’s previous loan spell at Rayo Vallecano kept him away for a season, his experience at UD Almería and total commitment to the team have earned him a place among the captains for the 2025/26 campaign.
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