Response to the situation on the right wing with the signing of Jakob Pelko

Fertiberia Balonmano Puerto Sagunto have reached a one-season agreement with Jakob Pelko.

He is a 1.82-metre Slovenian right wing who is just a few days away from turning 23. Born in the Slovenian town of Šentjur pri Celju, he joined one of the finest academies in European handball, RK Celje, in 2013.

His professional career began in the 2021–2022 season, when he represented RD Herz Smartno in his country. Remaining in Slovenia, he signed for RK Slovenj Gradec in the 2022–2023 season. His first move abroad came with Austrian club HIB Handball Graz. Last season, he returned to RD Herz Smartno.

This signing follows the recent news published by the club on its social media regarding the current situation of another right wing in the squad, Joaquin Barceló, who had renewed his contract until 2027.

The Argentine player underwent surgery in his home country due to a foot injury and will join the first-team setup managed by Toni Malla once he has completed his recovery. The initial expectation is that he will be able to do so in November.

Following this last-minute setback, the red-and-white club moved quickly in the market despite the difficulties caused by the time of year. Jakob Pelko will therefore share the right-wing position from the start of pre-season with Gonzalo Pérez, whose contract has been renewed until 2026.

We remind you that pre-season begins tomorrow at 11:30 at the Pabellón Port de Sagunt, with the first training session bringing together all available players. In the afternoon, from 18:00, a double session will take place, including a welcome event for Sagunto mayor Darío Moreno.

Over the coming days, the complete 2025–2026 pre-season schedule will be announced through the club’s social media channels.

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