Goalkeeper Eder Aller will be Barcelona's third-choice keeper for their La Liga opener against Elche this Sunday. His presence in the final training session on Saturday, as reported by León Noticias, confirmed his trip to the Martínez Valero.
The 19-year-old will provide cover for Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny. The youngster, under contract until 2028, is known for his large frame, personality, and bravery in coming off his line. His quick reflexes have marked him out as one of Spanish football's promising talents.
Who is Eder Aller?
Eder Aller was born on April 4, 2007, in León. He began his training at Cultural y Deportiva Leonesa and in the 2021/22 season joined the Marcet Foundation in Barcelona. After one year, FC Barcelona signed him for La Masia, starting his Blaugrana journey with the Cadete A team. His physical and technical abilities allowed him to rise to the youth ranks and, through quiet work, reach the B team. He made his Barça Atlètic debut on October 6, 2024, in a 2-2 draw against Sestao River. Since then, he has split time between the Juvenil A side and call-ups with the reserve team.
In the 2025/26 season, now registered with Barça Atlètic, he began to be called up to the first team. He is also a Spain under-18 international. His progression can be tracked in detail on our squad page.
How is Barcelona shaping up for the Elche match?
Barcelona begins the season at Elche with a squad in transition. Manager Hansi Flick does not have a guaranteed number nine after Atlético Madrid refused to sell Julián Álvarez. However, he has other attacking options like Anthony Gordon, Karim Adeyemi, and, most notably, Rodri Hernández. The former Manchester City midfielder is the major summer signing and signals a shift towards a more controlled style of play. The current squad's ins and outs are detailed in our squad.
The team aims to start an exciting campaign on the right foot. The fixtures calendar shows a demanding start to the season, and a good result at Elche would be key for building confidence.
What role will Aller play in the Blaugrana goal?
Eder Aller's call-up addresses a specific need to cover the third goalkeeper spot. Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny are the undisputed starters for the league opener. Aller brings youth and potential from the bench. His progression through the club's academy has been steady, moving through all the youth categories.
His long-term contract, running until 2028, shows the club's faith in his potential. The goalkeeping position has considerable depth in the squad, which is reflected in the team's stats. His presence in the matchday squad is a reward for his work and valuable experience for his development.
Aller's next step is to continue his growth with Barça Atlètic, stepping up to the first team when required. His immediate goal is to use this opportunity to learn from the senior keepers and keep accumulating minutes with the B team. The club is closely monitoring his progress, viewing him as an important asset for the future of the Blaugrana goal.
