CD Eldense and Cris Montes closed the winter transfer saga with a clear message for the future. After signaling an exit from Deportivo de La Coruña, the door to Barcelona swung open when the club presented a renewal offer. Following a week of evaluation, the Canarian winger accepted the new terms and will remain with Barcelona through 2026, covering the rest of this season and the next two campaigns. The move also came with a notable salary upgrade, underscoring the club’s belief in his potential.
Cristian Montes Lopez is now tied to Barcelona until 2026, with the agreement splitting the remaining season and the subsequent two years. He has logged 639 minutes across 15 appearances in the league and cup to date. Although not a guaranteed starter, the Tenerife native managed to distinguish himself during the early phase of the season under coach Fernando Estevez.
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This strategic move ends the lengthy negotiation period and the tensions surrounding Montes’ future. The Islander midfielder will continue his career with Eldense in the Second Division after Deportivo recognized his evolving talents. At 26, Montes decided to embrace the nickname his teammates use, becoming a fixture with the club that promoted him to professional football last summer.
Eldense board anger over Cris Montes’ attitude
The Christmas break brought renewed activity at Eldense as Montes informed his agent of a possible move to Deportivo. Barça sources clarified that no formal offer had been submitted by the Galician club. Montes’ official statement cooled the market and facilitated a smoother renewal process. The sports director, along with the coach, made it clear that the club values loyalty and continuity, signaling that patience would not be rewarded with indecision. The technical secretariat head was reminded that the club operates with commitment to those who belong to its fold.
The player ultimately chose to stay with Eldense, aiming to consolidate his professional trajectory in the Second Division and continue contributing to the club’s long-term objectives.