“We are glad to re-sign Javi, as he has become an important player for our team,” said Cosmos Head Coach and Sporting Director, Giovanni Savarese. “Javi has adapted well to our system and has shown to be one of the most consistent players in the league.”

 

Márquez joined the club on Feb. 24, 2017. He started nine out of 10 games this season, becoming one of two Cosmos players to tally two goals and an assist, along with teammate, Ayoze. Márquez leads the team in shots with 23 and is second in the league in this category. The Spaniard's efforts have been rewarded with three NASL Team of the Week honors and one Emirates Man of the Match award.

 

Prior to joining the Cosmos, Márquez captained La Liga’s Granada FC, where he played a total of 56 matches. He also played for Mallorca and Elche while in La Liga. Márquez was a product of La Liga’s RCD Espanyol youth system and represented the Catalonian National Team twice. 

 

"I would like to thank Rocco Commisso, Giovanni Savarese and the coaching staff for their trust and support throughout the season," said Márquez. "I feel happy to extend my contract with the Cosmos and feel excited to continue building a successful team along my teammates."

 

Márquez and the Cosmos will return to MCU Park on Friday, June 16 at 7:30 pm, when they host Puerto Rico FC. Tickets are on sale now. For more information, click here.