Sergio Rico is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper, known for his career at Sevilla, Paris Saint-Germain, and Al-Gharafa. After making his impactful first-team debut for Sevilla FC in La Liga on September 14, 2014, against Getafe, Sergio Rico quickly established himself as a formidable goalkeeper. He made his UEFA Europa League debut just four days later and was officially promoted to the main Sevilla squad in 2014. Previously, Rico transitioned to senior football with Sevilla B in Segunda División B, playing 36 matches.
During his extensive tenure with Sevilla, he amassed 114 league appearances and 170 competitive appearances overall, securing back-to-back UEFA Europa League titles in the 201415 and 201516 seasons. His exceptional performance was recognized with the Sport award at the Young Andalusia Prizes in 2016. That same year, Rico earned his senior international cap for Spain and was selected as part of Spain’s prestigious UEFA Euro 2016 squad. Rico’s career progression continued with a loan spell to Fulham for the 201819 season, where he made 29 Premier League appearances.
Rico continues to demonstrate his elite goalkeeping skills and leadership, establishing himself as a key figure in the Qatar Stars League.