| Name: | Diego Leon |
| Nationality: | English |
| Date of Birth: | 16/01/1984 |
| Height: | 5' 7" (170cm) |
| Weight: | 10st 10lbs (68.1kg) |
| Position: | Midfielder |
BARNSLEY manager Simon Davey completed the signing of midfielder Diego Leon in January 2008.
The 23-year-old playmaker from Palencia has spent the last two years with Grasshoppers Zurich after impressing with German side Arminia Bielefeld.
A talented midfielder, Diego started his career amongst the superstars at Real Madrid. Diego came up through the youth ranks at Real Madrid and was handed a squad number for the 2005/2006 campaign. He left the Santiago Bernabeu in 2005 to join Arminia Bielefeld initially on loan.
Another excellent find from European football, Diego showed his value towards the end of the 2007/2008 campaign as he helped the Reds to safety. Netted an amazing free kick at Preston North End in April 2008.
Reds Record (to end of 2007/2008 season)
Appearances - 20
Goals - 1
Season 2007 - 08
| Competition | Apps (as sub) |
Goals | Yellow Cards |
Red Cards |
| League | 16 (2) | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| FA Cup | 1 (1) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
