Javier Boñar is set to make his debut for Girona in their LaLiga match against Las Palmas this Saturday. The 21-year-old right-back, officially presented on Thursday according to Diari de Girona, signed a contract with the white-and-red club until June 2030 after arriving from Atlético Madrid.
Boñar appeared confident in his press conference. "I am prepared for everything," declared the young defender. "I thank the club for making it possible. The confidence they have given me and the project have been the most important things." The Madrid-born footballer completed the entire preseason with Atlético's first team before his transfer.
What does Boñar bring to the team?
Javier Boñar defines himself as a team player who covers every blade of grass. "I don't give a ball up for lost," he stated. The defender also highlights his offensive ability and trusts his runs into the box and his shooting. His versatility allows him to adapt to what the team needs at any given moment, a valuable quality for the coaching staff.
The player avoided comparisons with Arnau Martínez, whom he praised for his career path. "I come here to be myself and to play the way I know how," Boñar emphasized. With another full-back in the squad currently injured, his arrival comes at a key time. You can check the full status of the squad to see all available options.
How does he arrive at Montilivi?
Boñar arrives after experiencing "an incredible end to last season" with his LaLiga debut for Atlético Madrid. The full-back spent 14 years in the Colchonero's youth system before making the move to Girona. "It was a bit sad to leave home," he acknowledged, "but I have huge excitement for this project."
His adaptation has been quick despite having only two training sessions with the group. The manager could give him minutes from the first match given his physical readiness. "I did the whole preseason with Atlético's first team and I am more than prepared to play 90 minutes, 45, or whatever the coach asks of me," he assured.
What are his expectations at Girona?
The player approaches this new chapter with enthusiasm. "I come here to fight for the objectives and to grow as a footballer," Boñar noted. Girona currently occupies a mid-table position in the standings and aims to consolidate a place in the upper half.
His long-term contract shows the club's commitment to young talent. Boñar wants to contribute immediately to the team. "I face this start to the league with a lot of happiness and a lot of emotion to start now and get the first win together," he added. The match against Las Palmas is the first in a run of fixtures you can track on our fixtures page.
The Madrid-born right-back has been assigned the number 2 shirt for the 2026-27 season.
