Joel Arimany has made an immediate impact since joining FC L’Escala this summer, netting two goals in his first two league appearances as the Catalan striker looks to revitalize his career close to home.
A Promising Start at FC L’Escala
The 28-year-old forward from Quart returned to regional football ahead of the current campaign, signing an agreement with the FC L’Escala side after years competing across various tiers of Spanish lower-league football. According to club records and local reports, Arimany has adapted quickly to his new surroundings, scoring twice in his opening two matches. The player has set a personal target of surpassing the ten-goal mark for the season, viewing his offensive production as a primary mechanism to lift the collective squad. «I’m happy and everything is going well. I try to help with work and goals so that the team benefits, which is the most important thing,» Arimany stated regarding his early-season form.
Tracing a Decoupled Path Through Spanish Football
A decade ago, Arimany was widely regarded as one of the standout prospects within Girona FC’s youth academy. His progress at Montilivi culminated in a Segunda División debut under manager Pablo Machín during a 2015 fixture against Real Zaragoza. However, fierce competition and limited continuity meant a long-term breakthrough in Girona’s senior setup did not materialize. That juncture initiated a nomadic phase across the lower divisions of Spanish football. His career trajectory included stints with the reserve teams of Málaga CF and Real Zaragoza, alongside spells at AEC Manlleu, UE Olot, CE Europa, UE Figueres, and CF San Cristóbal. Further moves required relocation across various groups of Spain’s Tercera División, taking him to CD Maracena in Granada, Villarrubia CF in Ciudad Real, CD Arnedo in La Rioja, and CP Villarrobledo in Albacete.
Veteran Experience Meets Regional Ambition
Now settled back in Catalonia with FC L’Escala, Arimany brings substantial tactical experience garnered from a decade in senior professional and semi-professional environments. His journey reflects the reality faced by many academy graduates who must navigate demanding lower-tier leagues to sustain their careers. For L’Escala, securing a forward with professional pedigree represents a significant boost as they compete within their regional division. Technical staff and supporters will look to the veteran striker to maintain his scoring rhythm as the league schedule intensifies over the coming months.
