Torino have officially announced the signing of Las Palmas centre-back Saul Coco on a four-year contract. A statement on the clubs website confirmed the news:
“Torino Football Club is delighted to announce the permanent acquisition of Saúl Basilio Coco-Bassey Oubiña from Unión Deportiva Las Palmas. The player has signed a contract with Torino until June 30, 2028, with an option for an additional season.
Born on February 9, 1999, in Lanzarote, Spain, Coco developed his football skills in the youth academies of Las Palmas, Orientación Marítima, and Espanyol. In August 2018, he was loaned to Horta before returning to Las Palmas, where he made his Second Division debut in March 2021.
During the 2022-23 season, Coco played a crucial role in Las Palmas’ promotion to La Liga, making 36 appearances and scoring one goal as the team finished second in the league. In the most recent season, which saw Las Palmas secure their top-flight status, he featured in 30 league matches and one Copa del Rey game. Notably, he scored a free-kick goal that was selected as the Liga’s goal of the month.
The Spanish defender, who chose to represent his family’s country of origin at the international level, has earned 24 caps for Equatorial Guinea since his debut in 2017, scoring three goals. He has also participated in the last two editions of the Africa Cup of Nations.
Torino Football Club extends a warm welcome to Saúl Coco, wishing him the best of luck and success with the team. Sempre Forza Toro!2
