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Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Diego Rico Salguero is a above average INTERCEPTOR for Getafe. Evidence: 1.6 Interceptions/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A developing player working on their overall game.
Physical profile: Veteran Experience.
Diego Rico Salguero Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 41%
Weight 48%
Experience 89%
vs La Liga
Height 53%
Weight 58%
Experience 91%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 45
Shooting 10
Defense 53
Workrate 62
Passing 28
Key Strength 62 Workrate
Area to Watch 10 Shooting
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Diego Rico Salguero this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2026 | Atletico Madrid 1-0 Getafe | 16' | 6.6 | - | - | 48 |
| Mar 08, 2026 | Getafe 2-0 Real Betis | 6' | - | - | - | 37 |
| Mar 02, 2026 | Real Madrid 0-1 Getafe | 96' | 6.6 | - | - | 71 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Getafe 0-1 Sevilla | 28' | 6.7 | - | - | 27 |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Getafe 2-1 Villarreal | ' | - | - | - | 63 |
| Feb 08, 2026 | Alaves 0-2 Getafe | 1' | - | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| Feb 01, 2026 | Getafe 0-0 Celta Vigo | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Jan 18, 2026 | Getafe 0-1 Valencia | 97' | 7.6 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Jan 09, 2026 | Getafe 1-2 Real Sociedad | 96' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 58 |
| Jan 02, 2026 | Rayo Vallecano 1-1 Getafe | 90' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| Dec 21, 2025 | Real Betis 4-0 Getafe | 41' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Getafe 0-1 Espanyol | 94' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Dec 06, 2025 | Villarreal 2-0 Getafe | 48' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | Getafe 1-0 Elche | 25' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Nov 23, 2025 | Getafe 0-1 Atletico Madrid | 90' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | Espanyol vs Getafe | 52 |
| Apr 05, 2026 | Getafe vs Athletic Club | 49 |
| Apr 12, 2026 | Levante vs Getafe | 40 |
| Apr 22, 2026 | Real Sociedad vs Getafe | 59 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Getafe vs Barcelona | 72 |
| May 03, 2026 | Getafe vs Rayo Vallecano | 51 |
| May 10, 2026 | Oviedo vs Getafe | 48 |
| May 13, 2026 | Getafe vs Mallorca | 50 |
| May 17, 2026 | Elche vs Getafe | 45 |
| May 24, 2026 | Getafe vs Osasuna | 43 |
Player Market Value
Track Diego Rico Salguero's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €1.2M
Peak Value €10.0M (Q3'18)
€10.0M €5.0M €0
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Diego Rico is Getafe's Silver Engine. The 33-year-old left-back brings a wealth of top-flight experience to the Coliseum, having built a robust career spanning spells at Bournemouth and Real Sociedad before establishing himself as a defensive mainstay for the Madrid-based side.
His season narrative is one of high endurance, evidenced by 19 appearances and 1530 minutes on the pitch. Rico’s game is anchored by a Workrate score of 60, a dimension that defines his role as a tireless runner on the flank. While he is currently maintaining a consistent level in terms of form, his defensive contributions have earned him the INTERCEPTOR badge. Despite occasionally falling into a GHOST pattern where his offensive involvement fades, his primary utility remains his ability to disrupt opposition attacks through sheer persistence.
With his market valuation holding at a steady €1M, Rico provides the veteran Balance needed to navigate a demanding campaign. His Intensity remains a vital component for Getafe whenever they face a crunch match in the heart of the season.