Key Takeaways:
- Barcelona’s Iñaki Peña will spend the remainder of the season on loan at Elche
- Peña extended his contract with Barcelona until the summer of 2028 before departing
- The goalkeeper’s loan will facilitate the registration of Wojciech Szczęsny at Barcelona
Contract Extension and Loan Transfer
Iñaki Peña, the 26-year-old goalkeeper developed through Barcelona’s youth system, has agreed a contract renewal with the Catalan giants until the summer of 2028. Following the extension, Peña has joined Elche, newly promoted to La Liga, on loan until the season’s end.
❗️Iñaki Peña in Elche colours for the first time. pic.twitter.com/fR9m3yS7ka
— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) August 27, 2025
Competition for Goalkeeper Positions
Opportunities for Peña to secure a regular starting role at Barcelona proved limited, prompting the loan move. This transfer not only offers Peña valuable playing time but also clears space in the squad for Wojciech Szczęsny to be registered with the team.
Peña’s Career to Date
Since rising through the ranks at Barcelona, Peña has accumulated 45 first-team appearances. During the previous season, he provided cover for the injured Marc-André ter Stegen before later making way for Szczęsny. The Spanish keeper has also previously spent time on loan at Galatasaray.
| Player | Age | Appearances for Barcelona | New Club | Loan Duration | Recent Contract Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iñaki Peña | 26 | 45 | Elche | End of season | Summer 2028 |
