Real Betis Balompié has made official the return of Marc Bartra to Benito Villamarín. The Catalan central defender returns to the club with a contract until June 30, 2024.

What happened?

The Betis decided to transfer Bartra for more than two million euros less than a year ago, but the departure of Vitor Ruiz and the sale of Edgar to Almería have opened the door for Marc's return.

Why is it important for Real Betis Balompié?

Bartra rejected offers to wait for Real Betis Balompié and return to the club where he played between 2017 and 2022. The footballer lived happy years in Sevilla as a verdiblanco and played 148 games in his previous stint at Real Betis Balompié.

What comes next?

Bartra will join the Betis squad in the third pre-season stage, which the team will develop at the Ciudad Deportiva Luis del Sol. The Catalan central defender will be under the orders of Manuel Pellegrini in the first training session. | Date | Contract | | --- | --- | | June 30, 2024 | End of Marc Bartra's contract |

How does it affect the team?

The incorporation of Bartra and Chadi Riad strengthens the Betis defense, which seeks to improve its position in the League. Pellegrini's team seeks to consolidate itself in the competition and achieve European classifications.