When Álex Moreno departs, Atlético de Madrid is seen as a catalyst for Betis to pursue strategic moves in the transfer market.
The winter window has kicked off, and Real Betis is attentive to the potential exit of Alex Moreno. Aston Villa has shown strong interest in the winger, and negotiations appear to be progressing positively. The deal could revolve around a figure near 15 million euros, and Betis remains open to the possibility that the Catalan could pivot to another destination. The Verdiblancos keep a close eye on the market to weigh different options in case a defensive reinforcement becomes necessary later in the window.
As reported by GOAL, Betis has aligned its thinking with Atlético de Madrid regarding Borja Iglesias. In this context, Betis has inquired about Manu Sánchez, the player owned by the mattress club and currently on loan to CA Osasuna. The Madrid-born talent is in his third season with Osasuna, having appeared in thirteen league matches so far this campaign, with seven starts and six appearances from the bench. The loan runs through June 30, 2023, and did not include an option to buy, with Osasuna paying a 200,000 euro loan fee. Betis sees promise in the winger, who has established a regular role in Jagoba Arrasate’s lineup, playing 33 league matches in the previous season. At only 22 years old, his potential makes him a compelling proposition. Any move would require a transfer agreement benefiting Osasuna and Betis, but the player is well regarded within Betis and could be a fitting addition should a deal come together.
Manu Sánchez joins a shortlist of potential replacements for Álex Moreno. Fran García and Pep Chévarria, both from Rayo Vallecano, are also on Betis’s radar, as previously reported by this outlet. Regarding Fran García, sources indicate that beyond his 10 million euro release clause at Rayo, Real Madrid also presents a potential hurdle due to the complexity of the contract. Half of the player still belongs to Madrid, alongside a right of first refusal and the possibility of a loan move after the current season under Vallecas’s management, which makes the negotiation more intricate.
Sergio Akieme has also been considered as a secondary option, with his profile on the sports director’s radar. Almería’s 3.5 million euro acquisition from FC Barcelona, which included a 10 percent future capital gain clause, factors into the consideration as Betis weighs its strategic options for the squad overhaul.
The Verdiblancos’ market activity will hinge on Alex Moreno’s departure, a move that previously faced resistance with an offer from Nottingham Forest this summer. Pellegrini played a decisive role in keeping the squad intact, yet the current climate at Betis introduces a note of caution about Moreno’s longevity within the club as things stand this season.
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