Ceuta FC B boosts squad with Nico Pereira and Pablo Vílchez for 2026/27 season

The reserve team has taken a decisive step in its rebuild with the signings of Nicolás Blázquez Pereira and Pablo Vílchez Zarza, two young players with experience in Spain’s lower divisions. As Ceuta’s first team (11th in Segunda División with 61 points, 21 behind leaders Racing Santander) heads into the final stretch, the B team bets on renewal with arrivals from Segunda and Tercera Federación.

Who are the new signings?

Nico Pereira (22, right winger) joins from Lealtad (Segunda Federación), where he played 33 games and scored 3 goals last season. A graduate of Real Oviedo’s academy, he excels in 1v1 situations and direct ball play. His arrival strengthens the right flank, a weak point for Ceuta B as it aims for promotion to Regional Preferente.

Pablo Vílchez (20, left-back) comes from CD Huétor Tájar (Tercera Federación), where he featured in 39 matches. His offensive runs and defensive reliability make him a perfect fit for the project, which seeks to stabilize in its current category. Both will debut in pre-season under David Polaco, who enters his second consecutive year in charge.

Why does this matter for Ceuta?

The signings align with the club’s long-term strategy: developing talent while the first team (51 goals scored, -12 goal difference this season) focuses on Segunda División survival. Though the B team doesn’t compete in official tournaments, it serves as a pipeline for future stars, especially as Ceuta (17 wins in 42 games) needs young alternatives.

What’s next for Ceuta FC B?

The two new players will join the squad in the coming weeks, where they’ll need to integrate alongside a core led by David Polaco. Their goal: improve competitiveness and lay the groundwork for a 2026/27 season with ambitions in Tercera Federación. Meanwhile, the first team (recent form: WWLDW) concentrates on closing out the campaign without relegation.