Azpilicueta negotiates with a club in the league

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César Azpilicueta could be very close to making an emotional return to Osasuna , the club where he was born as a professional footballer. After finishing his contract with Atlético de Madrid , the Navarrese defender is seeking a new destination, and all signs point to that final chapter being lived out at El Sadar.

The player from Zizur Mayor, the same town where Raúl García grew up, left Osasuna in 2010 heading to Olympique de Marseille . That transfer left between 6 and 9.5 million euros in the club's coffers. Since then, Azpilicueta has had a brilliant career in Europe, defending the colors of Chelsea for over a decade and winning practically all prestigious titles in European football .

During his time in the Premier League , he became one of the most versatile players in the championship, playing as a right-back, left-back, or central defender, and being an example of commitment and professionalism. Captain of the Blues for several seasons, he played 508 official matches, scored 17 goals, and provided 51 assists. Additionally, he was included in the Europa League's ideal eleven in 2019 and in the Champions League's in 2021.

Azpilicueta would be a luxury signing for Osasuna

His time with the Spanish National Team also didn't go unnoticed, with 44 caps under the guidance of Vicente del Bosque. Although competition with Dani Carvajal limited his role, he was always highly regarded in the national team's locker room.

Now, at almost 36 years old, the defender believes the time has come to return home. As reported by the newspaper AS , the need to reinforce the rojillo defense has increased following the injury of Iker Benito, whom coach Lisci had converted to a full-back position. The coach is looking for an experienced player who can play in a back four as well as in a system with five defenders , and Azpilicueta fits perfectly into that profile.

In Pamplona, the Navarrese's return is not seen as just a sporting operation, but rather as a move filled with emotion and symbolism. Negotiations have not formally started yet, but it appears that there won't be major financial obstacles, as the player's personal desire will be decisive.

Celta de Vigo had him on their list of targets at one point, but eventually withdrew from the competition. This clears the way for Osasuna to try to bring in a player who, due to his leadership , experience, and versatility, could be the ideal signing to complete the squad in this transfer window.

If his arrival is confirmed, Osasuna would recover one of its most illustrious academy graduates and a symbol of Spanish football of the last decade, ready to put the finishing touch on a career marked by success, dedication, and unwavering commitment to every jersey he wore. Additionally, his experience will be crucial for the Navarrese team and will motivate the young players at the club showing them how far they can go.

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