Mundo Deportivo reports that 25-year-old Spanish midfielder Marino Illescas has joined Ceuta from Mirandés. The footballer requested his release from Mirandés to sign with Ceuta for the remainder of the season and the one that follows. This season with his former club, he had played in eleven LaLiga Hypermotion matches, in which he provided one assist, and two Copa del Rey games. The transfer was enabled by a vacant spot on Ceuta's roster following the departure of Andy Escudero. A statement from Ceuta's sporting management highlighted that the player is characterized by his good ball handling and versatility in midfield. According to Transfermarkt, the player's current market value is €300k.