Elche CF returned to training this Monday afternoon after a tough personal defeat in the league the previous Saturday, a 0-1 loss against Racing de Ferrol.
The Elche coach Sebastian Beccacece gave his players a day and a half of rest, maintaining the traditional Sunday night and early Monday schedule. The Monday start time was pushed to the afternoon so the squad could recover fully after the demanding match on Saturday. The pause also allowed the coaching staff to plan a focused recovery block and prepare for the tasks ahead with renewed energy.
Several players who logged significant minutes on Saturday remained in the Martínez Valero stadium’s sports hall for a dedicated recovery session, while others moved to the Díez Iborra pitch at the Juan Ángel Romero sports city for lighter work and tactical review. This split setup is part of a broader rotation strategy aimed at preserving depth and ensuring readiness across the squad for upcoming fixtures.
A notable absence was Pere Milla. The Catalan striker was expected to be part of the Diora-based recovery in Díez Iborra after playing only the last ten minutes against Racing de Ferrol. He did not participate and has since traveled to Barcelona to join Espanyol, signaling a potential shift in his future with Elche.
Elche sets a price and opens the door for Pere Milla to sign for Espanyol.
There have been ongoing discussions between the two clubs, with negotiations advancing toward a formal agreement. The transfer is anticipated to involve a fixed fee around 2.5 million euros, plus performance-related bonuses that could reach an additional 500,000 euros if Espanyol achieves promotion to the First Division. Elche is reportedly seeking to insert additional parameters tied to Milla’s appearances and goal milestones to raise the total value of the deal.
All signs point to Pere Milla closing a chapter with Elche after four seasons filled with high-impact moments. In 2020 he played a pivotal role in the club’s promotion to the First Division with a memorable goal in Girona, contributing to several seasons of both promotion and relegation battles.]