Mexican midfielder Álvaro Fidalgo could leave Real Betis Balompié in the final hours of the transfer window. The club needs to free up squad space and wage bill room to make at least two new signings before the deadline, according to a Tuesday report from Record MX.
Real Betis, sitting seventh in La Liga with 6 points from two wins and one loss this season, is looking to fine-tune its squad. Aiming to strengthen for a demanding schedule that includes a next home fixture against second-placed Real Madrid on September 4th, the board is working on several departures. Diario de Sevilla confirmed that "the board is working on the exit of several footballers, among them Fidalgo."
Why does Betis need to sell Fidalgo?
The need to create salary space is urgent. The summer transfer window closes in less than 24 hours and Betis has specific targets. Dani Ceballos is a priority for the midfield, but to sign him and another player, the club must first generate room. Fidalgo, who joined the Verdiblancos in February this year and is under contract until the end of the season, is one of the candidates to leave. His departure would help meet financial and sporting requirements.
Furthermore, the team is dealing with significant absences in other areas of the pitch. Players like Aitor Ruibal, Diego Conde, Giovani Lo Celso, and Gonzalo Petit are currently sidelined, increasing the pressure for a balanced and competitive squad. You can check the full team status on our injuries page.
What are Álvaro Fidalgo's options?
The 29-year-old footballer has received proposals to leave the Benito Villamarín, from both Spanish and foreign clubs. However, his situation is not straightforward. Fidalgo is comfortable in Seville and his exit would not be automatic; he would need a convincing offer to move on. If he ultimately stays, he would face fierce competition for minutes in the center of the park. Mundo Deportivo noted that "the Mexican is not among Pellegrini's first options for the midfield."
Since his arrival, Fidalgo has scored just one goal. His role in manager Manuel Pellegrini's scheme appears limited, especially with the team seeking immediate performance after a league start with 4 goals scored and 5 conceded.
How does this affect Betis's plans?
Fidalgo's potential exit is a key piece in the club's end-of-market strategy. Freeing up his salary would allow Betis to move more agilely in negotiations for Ceballos and another reinforcement. The team, which is 3 points behind leaders Barcelona, wants to close the window strengthened to aim for bigger targets this season.
The window shuts soon and every hour counts. The Verdiblanco board is evaluating all available options to field a more solid team in the coming matchdays. Fans can follow the squad's evolution in our squad section and the live standings on standings.
The final decision on Álvaro Fidalgo's future will be made in the coming hours, with the transfer clock ticking down. His continuity or departure will define the entity's ability to close the signings it seeks before the September 1st deadline.
