Elche CF have finalized the signing of left-back Roy Revivo and confirmed the departure of defender David Affengruber in the final moves of the transfer window. Revivo arrives on a permanent deal from Maccabi Tel Aviv, signing a contract that ties him to the club until 2030. The team heads into their next match sitting 19th in LaLiga, with just one point from three games and a goal difference of minus six.
What does Roy Revivo bring to Elche CF?
Roy Revivo, aged 23, is presented as an offensive-minded full-back looking to adapt quickly to Spanish football. The player stated that "playing in the top flight with Elche is a dream for me" and assured he is "fit and ready to play". His signing was a priority target for the club, as explained by general manager Pedro Schinocca, who noted the footballer turned down other offers to join the franjiverde project.
The young Israeli has already completed his first training sessions under coach Martín Anselmi. His track record at Maccabi Tel Aviv, where he posted notable goal and assist numbers last season, suggests he will add dynamism on the left flank. His signing represents an investment of around three million euros.
How does David Affengruber's departure impact the team?
The sale of Austrian centre-back David Affengruber to Fulham FC marks the end of a two-year spell at the club. Affengruber, transferred on the final day of the window, said goodbye stating that "Elche CF has been much more than a chapter in my career". The defender was a key piece in the promotion to the top flight and the subsequent survival campaign.
His exit provides significant income for the club. His experience and defensive leadership will need to be replaced by other options within a squad currently dealing with several injury absences, as listed on our injuries page.
What is expected from the next match against Real Sociedad?
Elche CF's next fixture is a home match against Real Sociedad, scheduled for Monday, September 7th. The franjiverde team urgently needs to secure their first three points of the season. The opponent, sitting 11th in the table, arrives after a draw in their last league match.
The game presents an opportunity for new signings like Revivo to make their debut, although the team must manage the absence of key players. Adam Boayar, Yago Santiago, Fernando Niño and Thomas Lemar are currently sidelined, limiting Anselmi's options. Fans can track the league's progress on our standings page.
What is Revivo's fantasy football value?
The arrival of Roy Revivo has also sparked interest in the fantasy football arena. His profile for platforms like Biwenger and LaLiga Fantasy highlights his speed, stamina, and attacking intent. In the 2025/26 season, the full-back provided 15 assists and scored 7 goals in 52 appearances for Maccabi Tel Aviv.
These offensive numbers, uncommon for a defender, make him an interesting option for fantasy managers. His adaptation to LaLiga and Anselmi's system will determine his real-world output. His signing also has a sentimental component, as his father, Haim Revivo, was a well-known footballer for Celta de Vigo in the 1990s.
Elche CF, now eight points behind leaders Barcelona, now turn their full attention to Monday's clash at the Martínez Valero. The full squad available for that match is listed in our squad section. Roy Revivo is under contract with the Ilicitano club until June 2030.
