Dépor's BOMBSHELL for the 26/27 season

José Ángel Esmoris, better known as Angeliño, could be the protagonist of one of the major moves in the Spanish market this summer. The 29-year-old left-back from Roma is on the radar of Deportivo de La Coruña following the Galician club's return to La Liga. He could be the next signing for Dépor.

The Deportivo academy product wants to feel important again after a challenging season in Italy. Roma would not put up too many obstacles to his departure, and in Riazor, they dream of regaining a player who was trained at the club, has European experience, and possesses a strong offensive vocation.

Dépor seeks a boost of excitement for its return: Angeliño, the HUGE signing for the promotion to La Liga

Deportivo returns to La Liga after eight years of absence. The promotion has revived the enthusiasm at Riazor, and the club is already working on a squad capable of competing from day one in La Liga.

In this context, the name of Angeliño arises. His signing would have a dual impact: sporting and emotional. It would not only reinforce the left-back position but also bring back a player who left the Deportivo youth setup at a very young age.

The Coruña club knows it needs experienced signings. La Liga demands pace, quality, and players accustomed to high-difficulty scenarios. Angeliño meets several of those requirements.

He has played in Spain, England, Germany, Turkey, and Italy. He has had spells at Manchester City, PSV, RB Leipzig, Galatasaray, Hoffenheim, and Roma, a trajectory that speaks of a full-back seasoned in different competitive environments.

For Dépor, his arrival would send an ambitious message. The club does not want to merely survive but to build a recognizable and competitive project that connects with a fan base eager after the promotion.

The Riazor factor could be decisive. Angeliño was born in Galicia, came through the Deportivo academy, and returning home in his footballing maturity would hold special value.

Angeliño's time at Roma has not fully consolidated as expected. The Italian club made his purchase in 2024 after an initial loan spell from RB Leipzig, in a deal close to five million euros.

In his early stage, he left a good impression. In fact, he played 16 matches in the second half of the 2023/24 season and earned continuity at the Stadio Olimpico.

But his last season was different. Injuries, competition, and a loss of prominence significantly reduced his impact in a Roma side that ended up securing qualification for the Champions League.

According to reports in Italy, the full-back could be among the players sacrificed by the Giallorossi to reshape the squad. Roma needs financial flexibility, and Angeliño does not appear as an essential piece.

His contract runs until June 2028, so the club retains control of the operation. Nevertheless, his market value has decreased, and an exit does not seem impossible if a reasonable offer is presented.

Salary will be a key point. Capology estimates his salary at around 3.7 million euros gross per season, a significant figure for a newly promoted club like Deportivo.

Deportivo is not alone in this race. Real Betis has also shown interest in Angeliño and has reportedly initiated talks to understand the terms of the deal.

The Seville-based club is looking to bolster the left-back position and sees the Roma player as an intriguing profile. He has international experience, attacking prowess, good striking capabilities, and the ability to perform in systems with wing-backs.

Betis' project is, initially, more appealing from a competitive standpoint. It offers stability in La Liga, European ambition, and a more established sporting context than Deportivo's.

However, Riazor has an argument that no other club can match. For Angeliño, returning to Dépor would not just be a purely professional choice but also an emotional one.

The player must consider what weighs more at this stage of his career. Competing in a stronger project or becoming one of the leaders in Deportivo's return to the elite.

Roma, on its part, will entertain offers. If Betis pushes financially, they might gain an advantage. If Angeliño prioritizes feeling important and returning home, Deportivo will have real chances.

The operation will not be straightforward for Deportivo. The club has just been promoted and must carefully assess every investment to avoid jeopardizing its financial stability.

Angeliño has a long contract, high salary, and a market in Spain. These are three factors complicating any negotiation for a team returning to La Liga after very tough years.

However, there are also factors playing in favor. Roma does not consider him untouchable, the player wants to regain prominence, and his current value is not as high as in previous years.

A loan with a purchase option could be an interesting formula. It would allow Deportivo to take on less initial risk and provide Roma with an exit route for a player who does not entirely fit their plans.

Sportingly, the fit is clear. Angeliño would bring depth, crosses, set-piece expertise, and experience on a left flank that will require much dynamism in La Liga.

His attacking profile aligns with a Deportivo side looking to inspire. He is not a conservative full-back but a player designed to attack, link up, and create advantages from wide positions.

A return to Riazor would be a compelling story. A youth product who left at a young age, traveled through half of Europe, and now returns to assist his beloved club in their La Liga comeback.

There is still much to negotiate, but the dream is on the table. Angeliño wants to come back to Spain, Roma will listen to offers, and Deportivo is already envisioning a signing capable of igniting their entire fanbase.

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