The latest face to join Hercules, Felipe Rodriguez Chacartegui, appeared this week to outline a bold path for the club. He spoke of the newcomers this season as someone who can step forward and drive meaningful change, noting that they share a chance to reverse a difficult run of form.
The Sevillian player, who previously spent time with UCAM Murcia, described the coming year as an exciting one. He reflected on his earlier stint with Hercules, where the club was not at its strongest, yet he felt he was never far from the professional level—merely two steps away from it, ready to push onward.
His message was clear: progress must be measured by tangible steps forward. He asked supporters to watch the season unfold and see if the team can take that first crucial stride. Although he stressed that his arrival did not intend to mark a descent into the First Federation, he emphasized the professional ambition that guides his play and his goals for the club.
Chacartegui’s first appearance in this new color was framed as a season where the group’s championship pursuit takes center stage. He highlighted the expectations set by the coaching staff and management, while also pointing to the fact that the project began with a period of evaluation and planning. Even with a relatively modest number of new signings, he suggested that a significant leap had already occurred with the recent recruitment of five teammates who bring fresh energy and resilience to the squad.
He acknowledged that the fans, worn and weathered by recent disappointments, deserve positivity. The winger indicated that his role would extend beyond defensive duties, offering seniority, experience, and leadership to help drive the team toward its targets. His ability to operate across the back line and contribute to the offense when opportunities arise may prove invaluable as Hercules pushes for a stronger season.
With a background rooted in Sevilla’s youth system, Chacartegui is noted for his versatility. He can line up as a defender while remaining ready to contribute to attack when the situation calls. His path to Hercules has included a summer move that brought him into Sevilla’s orbit, with a taste of first-team exposure in friendlies and league games. Though the Europa League has seen him in action at moments, his recent focus is on cementing his place within the Hercules squad and helping the team advance in the league standings.
As the season progresses, the team looks to harness Chacartegui’s experience and the fresh energy of the new signings. The central aim remains clear: build cohesion, tighten defense, and unleash a consistent, competitive performance that can turn potential into results. Hercules’ supporters can expect a year where discipline and determination are joined by a willingness to take calculated risks on the pitch, a combination that could redefine the club’s trajectory in the near future.