Goalkeeper Joe Robles is reportedly set to join Leeds United on a free transfer. According to AS, the 32-year-old is on the verge of joining the Whites.
Robles could be seen as a direct replacement for Kiko Casilla, who left Leeds by mutual consent last week. He will provide cover for Illan Meslier and Kristoffer Klaesson in the goalkeeping department.
In his press-conference ahead of Leeds' season opener against Wolves, Jesse Marsch said: "I think there's an argument to have a more established goalkeeper as a back-up."
With the Spaniard set to join Leeds, here is everything you need to know about Joel Robles.
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Who is Joel Robles?
Joel Robles is a 32-year-old goalkeeper, best known for his time at Everton between 2013 and 2018. Robles came through Getafe's youth system, and has also played for Atletico Madrid, Rayo Vallecano, Wigan, and most recently, Real Betis.
What has Joel Robles done so far?
Arguably Robles' finest achievement was being part of the Wigan Athletic team that won the FA Cup in 2013. His first appearance for the Latics was in a 1-0 win over Macclesfield Town in the fourth round, and his last showing was an outstanding performance in a historic victory at Wembley against Manchester City.
The Spaniard made a series of sensational saves to keep Wigan in the game, particularly from Carlos Tevez in the first period.
Roberto Martinez led Wigan to that FA Cup triumph, and he left to join Everton that summer, and Robles was one of his first signings. He came in as second choice to Tim Howard, although he did enjoy spells as the number one. He made 65 appearances for the Toffees, keeping 25 clean sheets, and conceding an average of 1.2 goals per game.
Across spells at Atletico Madrid, Rayo Vallecano and Real Betis; Robles has 71 La Liga appearances under his belt, and is therefore vastly experienced when it comes to playing top flight football.
What have people said about Joel Robles?
Roberto Martinez was a big fan of Robles, hence why he signed him at two different clubs. Robles was singled out for praise from his boss after he saved a penalty from Charlie Daniels in Everton's 2-0 win at AFC Bournemouth in the FA Cup in February 2016.
He said: "Then the penalty arrives from a corner we didn't deal with. And I thought that's where we saw a very special performance from Joel Robles.
"He was magnificent in the way he controlled the moment, and in the way he enjoys being the goalkeeper of Everton."
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