Sevilla FC “D”: A New Season with an International Touch
A new season begins, full of learning, competition, and growth
Sevilla’s youth academy is once again unveiling fresh talent. Sevilla FC “D” kicks off the 2025/26 season with renewed enthusiasm, an established coaching staff, and a group of young players that combine local talent with reinforcements from different corners of the world. All of this is part of the sporting project that the club has been strongly promoting in recent years.
Leadership of the Project
The person in charge of leading the bench will once again be Óscar Olomo, who faces his second consecutive season at the helm of the team. “We want to continue building a competitive group that learns and challenges itself every day,” says the coach. By his side will be Antonio José González as assistant coach, Pablo Díaz in charge of physical preparation, and José Luis Gil as goalkeeper coach. A team that brings experience, stability, and knowledge of the club.
New Faces and Continuity
The list of additions once again reflects Sevilla FC’s international outlook. From Saudi Arabia, brothers Khalid and Abdullah Aljirafi arrive, two players with experience in high-level sporting projects who have even represented the Saudi U-23 national team. Khalid will bring strength and coverage to midfield, while Abdullah offers speed and dribbling ability in attack.
There will also be Caribbean presence between the posts. Goalkeeper Alejandro “Bob” Almenas, from Puerto Rico and with a brilliant track record in U.S. school leagues, joins the squad to strengthen competition for the position. He is joined by the continued presence of left-back Fabián Rodríguez, who renews for another year and continues to establish himself as one of the academy’s key prospects.
The Venezuelan-Dutch player Eduardo Mangles will also continue wearing the Nervión shirt after earning the coaching staff’s trust with his offensive versatility. “My first period here has been an incredible learning experience; I want to repay that confidence on the pitch,” he says.
Winger Parker Byas and center-back Gavyn Nobles renew their commitment to Sevilla FC “D,” consolidating themselves as important pieces of the team. Additionally, two new players from the United States join the squad: forward Raymond Higham, who brings energy and movement in attack, and central midfielder Tristan Figueroa, who strengthens the midfield with defensive work and distribution skills.
The Academy Keeps Growing
As a novelty this season, the club is expanding its youth structure with the creation of Juvenil D. This team reinforces the club’s commitment to international development and the integration of young talent. Among the reinforcements are left winger Lucas Serna from the U.S., left-back Sebastian Foros, who holds a Swedish passport and was born in Romania, center-back Ben Khamishon from the U.S., goalkeeper Aaron Ang from Indonesia, and center-back Bill Davy from England. With this initiative, Sevilla FC aims to continue providing opportunities for young players and strengthen the global projection of its academy.
First Tests of Fire
The team has already played its first preseason test against CD Salteras. Beyond the final draw, the friendly left good impressions. Pedro Berruezo made his debut with two goals and became one of the standout names of the match.
A Season to Grow
The mix of youth, internationalization, and commitment defines the path of Sevilla FC “D.” The club not only seeks results but also aims to develop players ready to take the next step. As coach Olomo summarizes: “The goal is for every training session and every match to be an opportunity to grow. We want a group that competes but, above all, learns to live football professionally.”
With this philosophy, Sevilla FC “D” faces a new season poised to make an impact both on and off the pitch, once again confirming the global projection of its academy.