Elche, Rayo, and Levante, going after Kumbulla

The Albanian defender could live a third experience in LaLiga

Mario Roldán Martínez | 20 Jul 2026 | 18.30
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Kumbulla had a good year with Espanyol / Javi Ferrandiz.
Kumbulla had a good year with Espanyol / Javi Ferrandiz.

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Marash Kumbulla, a 26-year-old central defender owned by AS Roma, has become one of the key names in the LaLiga market. Elche, Rayo Vallecano, and Levante are closely monitoring the situation of the Albanian international with the intention of signing him during this summer transfer window, taking advantage of the uncertainty surrounding his continuity at the Italian club.

Kumbulla brings LaLiga experience and sparks interest

The interest in Kumbulla is based on the familiarity these three clubs have with his performances in Spanish football. The defender has played in LaLiga over the past two seasons, first with Espanyol and then with Mallorca, gaining experience in a league he is already familiar with and could potentially return to this summer.

The defender is still under contract with Roma, however, he is not a priority for the Italian club for the upcoming season. This situation has opened the door to a possible exit, and several Spanish teams have taken the opportunity to position themselves in a transfer that currently does not have a defined favorite.

In addition to his experience in Spain, Kumbulla has a solid background in Italian football and is a full international with Albania, qualities that have increased his appeal for teams looking to strengthen their defense without the significant cost of a high-profile signing.

Elche, Rayo, and Levante seek defensive reinforcement

Elche believes that adding a center-back with experience in the league is one of their priorities to complete the squad. The sports management values Kumbulla's ability to immediately adapt to the team, avoiding the adaptation period usually required by players coming from other leagues.

Kumbulla was not successful at Mallorca / EFE

Rayo is also closely monitoring the situation. The Madrid-based team is exploring different options to strengthen its defense, and the Albanian international is among the top choices due to his knowledge of the Spanish league and his experience in top-level competitions.

Similarly, Levante is keeping a close watch on the situation. The Valencia club aims to add a seasoned center-back and considers Kumbulla to possess the desired qualities to enhance competition in defense for the upcoming season.

The decision will depend on Roma's stance

Official figures regarding a potential deal have not yet emerged, and it is unclear whether Roma will prioritize a permanent transfer or a new loan. No formal offers from Elche, Rayo, or Levante have been revealed, though all three clubs have expressed their interest in the player.

Kumbulla's market value is currently around 8 million euros, and his contract with the Italian club runs until June 2027, factors that will influence any negotiations in the upcoming weeks of the transfer market.

The next steps will hinge on Roma's decision regarding the future of the central defender. If the Italian club chooses to facilitate his departure, Elche, Rayo, and Levante will aim to progress in negotiations that are expected to be among the most competitive in the LaLiga market for Kumbulla.

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