Elche CF closed the summer transfer window last Friday with the additions of Sergio León, Borja Garcés, and Sergio Carreira. The club currently has two free roster slots and may potentially sign a free agent who is unemployed and teamless. The Franjiverde squad’s coach, Sebastian Beccacere, expressed reassurance after the Saturday match in Santander, indicating that more signings are not anticipated and that the team will move forward with the players already on the roster. This stance was reiterated on Tuesday as Mauro Obolo, a member of the sports committee, announced the presentation of Sergio León and Borja Garcés. (Source: Elche CF press room)
“We will continue to analyze player profiles, but using free slots is not a priority given the positive performance and the squad we have. We possess players at a high level with competence across all departments. We are very satisfied with the team and confident in competing strongly,” Obolo commented. (Source: Elche CF press room)
Mauro Óbolo and Antonio Barragán join Elche sports commission
The sports commission outlined the evening hours of the transfer window, noting efforts to recruit a player capable of operating on both wings. Despite attempts to secure Fran Pérez from Valencia, no offer could be finalized. The club emphasized that the goal was to obtain a versatile player who could provide additional tactical options. There is no rush, and the evaluation of potential targets will continue with an eye toward the future. (Source: Elche CF press room)
Baraja halted Fran Pérez’s transfer to Elche: devoid of excesses
The squad’s coach addressed the absence of a midfielder who could act as a pivot amid injuries to John Chetauya and Cristian Salvador. He confirmed that John is expected to recover soon, and Cristian Salvador is already training with the group. The current depth in that position is adequate. In the broader context, Lucas Boyé, Ezequiel Ponce, and Pere Milla absorbed the losses and welcomed Sergio León and Borja Garcés. The infrastructure staff, including Rodri Mendonza, remains confident in the club’s young players who have shown readiness for the task. With the contract activity completed, there is no immediate need for additional strikers. (Source: Elche CF press room)
In closing, Óbolo reflected on his initial experience in Spain and with Elche during this transfer period. He described the window as challenging, especially in the final weeks, and noted that the early days of the market brought some anxiety but also a collective resolve to make sound decisions. He credited the experienced support from Sergio Mantecón and Cristian Bragarnik, who know how to endure moments of tension and help guide the club through transitional periods. (Source: Elche CF press room)