Málaga CF receives interest from the Premier League for Chupe

The Málaga CF has received interest from Leeds United for Chupe, a 21-year-old forward and one of the most productive goal scorers in their squad. The move comes in the final stretch of the Málaga CF's transfer market, with the striker under contract until 2029.

The English interest comes after a season in which Carlos Ruiz Rubio solidified his presence in the first team and ended as top scorer for Málaga. His performance was a key factor in the club extending his contract last May.

Leeds United Interested in Chupe

Leeds United has placed Chupe among the forwards they are tracking to strengthen their attack. The English team is focusing on a player who scored 25 goals during the 2025/26 season, which ended with Málaga's promotion to the First Division.

The forward had renewed his contract just a few weeks before achieving that goal. Málaga CF announced on May 20 the extension of his contract until the end of the 2028/29 season, adding an extra year to the agreement that was originally until 2028.

That renewal also improved the player's financial terms and raised his release clause. The club did not disclose the new amount, so any attempt to sign him would require Leeds to first understand the requirements set by La Rosaleda.

Chupe finished the last Hypermotion League as the second top scorer with 25 goals, just behind Sergio Arribas who had 26. The forward had already reached 22 goals in 37 matches when he signed his extension in May.

Málaga CF Ties Chupe Down Until 2029

The contract's duration allows Málaga CF flexibility to handle any moves. The club opted for his continuity after the player became a starter during the promotion season and increased his importance within the first team.

His progression has been rapid. In the 2024/25 season, he still split his minutes between Atlético Malagueño and the first team, while a year later he took on the number 9 jersey and led the offensive production of the team under Juanfran Funes.

Before establishing himself in professional football, he had already achieved remarkable numbers in lower categories. In the 2021/22 season, he scored 37 goals with San Félix, and in the 2024/25 season, he netted 24 goals in 23 league matches with the Málaga reserves.

The start of the new season also marked his debut in the First Division. Chupe was a starter in the opening match against Atlético de Madrid, which ended in a 2-0 defeat for Málaga at the Metropolitano.

Leeds Must Convince Málaga

The current scenario requires Leeds United to move from interest to a concrete proposal if they want to progress with the forward. The extension until 2029 and the recent decision by the club position Málaga strongly in any potential negotiation.

The operation would also be significant for a team that has just returned to the First Division after eight years and has built much of their ascent around homegrown players.

The next steps depend on whether a specific offer comes from England. Málaga CF has protected Chupe contractually, and as the market nears its end, it will be up to Leeds United to make a move if they intend to turn their interest into a negotiation.

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