Carlos Espí

Early career

Born in Tavernes de la Valldigna, Valencian Community, Espí began his career with hometown side Tavernes at the age of six. In 2020, he joined Alzira, where he spent two seasons playing mainly for their Cadete and Juvenil squads. In that club, he also made his senior debut with the B-team, playing the last 19 minutes of a 1–0 Segunda Regional Valenciana home win over Barxeta.

Levante

Espí joined Levante's youth setup in 2022, initially for the Juvenil team. He made his debut with the reserves on 19 November 2023, coming on as a late substitute in a 0–0 Tercera Federación home draw against Rayo Ibense. Espí scored his first senior goal on 29 November 2023, netting the B's opener in a 2–1 home success over Silla; it was also his first senior start. He made his first team debut the following 18 February, replacing Mohamed Bouldini late into a 0–0 Segunda División away draw against Racing de Ferrol. Espí scored his first professional goal on 26 May 2024, netting his team's second in a 2–2 home draw against Alcorcón. He was regularly used in the main squad during the 2024–25 season, scoring six times as the club returned to La Liga after three years. Espí made his debut in the main category of Spanish football on 23 August 2025, playing the last 15 minutes in a 3–2 home loss to Barcelona. He scored his first goal in the division the following 4 January, netting his team's second in a 3–0 win at Sevilla. On 24 February 2026, Espí renewed his link…

On 13 February 2024, Espí was called up to the Spain national under-19 team for two friendlies against Norway. He featured in both matches, scoring twice in the first one.

As of match played 8 September 2026

Levante

Segunda División: 2024–25 Individual

La Liga Player of the Month: March 2026 La Liga U23 Player of the Season: 2025–26