Málaga finalizes the return of an old acquaintance

The Andalusian team is close to finalizing the return of one of the mainstays of promotion

Mario Roldán Martínez | 20 Jul 2026 | 19.00
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Carlos Dotor, a 25-year-old midfielder from Celta de Vigo, is very close to becoming the third signing for Málaga in this summer transfer window. The white and blue club is negotiating with the Galician entity for the player's return, who already wore the Malaga shirt last season and was a key part of the team that achieved promotion to La Liga.

Málaga speeds up Carlos Dotor's return

The discussions between Málaga and Celta are progressing positively, and the deal is in its final stages. Unless an unexpected turn of events occurs, Dotor will return to La Rosaleda to start a second spell with the Andalusian team, where he left a positive impression during his previous loan.

The midfielder spent the last season with Málaga, gaining regular playing time and contributing to the promotion objective. His performance has led the sports management to prioritize his signing over other options to strengthen the midfield.

Málaga's intention is to finalize the agreement as soon as possible so that the player can join the team dynamic during the preseason. Although the final terms of the deal have not been disclosed yet, everything indicates that the return will again be through a loan from Celta.

Celta part ways with a player with little prominence

Celta believes that another loan could be the best solution for Dotor. The midfielder is under contract with the Vigo-based club, but the competition in the midfield limits his chances of regular playing time next season.

The player's continuity at Málaga would allow the Galician club to sustain his development in a familiar environment. Moreover, the mutual understanding between the coaching staff, the fans, and the player eliminates the usual adaptation period that most new signings require.

So far, there have been no details revealed about a purchase option, financial compensation, or additional clauses in the agreement. The negotiations focus on finalizing the loan so that the return can be officially announced in the coming days.

Carlos Dotor to reunite with a consolidated squad

One of the facilitating factors of the deal is the player's willingness to return to an environment where he previously thrived. Dotor is acquainted with the sports structure of Málaga and maintains a good relationship with part of the team, which has eased the understanding between all parties.

With this addition, the Andalusian club would secure its third signing of the summer, further strengthening a squad designed to compete with greater assurances following promotion. The sports management's priority was to reinforce the midfield, a need that would be almost entirely addressed with the arrival of the Celta player.

If there are no setbacks in the negotiation, the return of Carlos Dotor should be sealed in the next few days. Málaga is confident in announcing the agreement with Celta soon to bring back a player who understands the club's demands and aims to establish himself in La Liga once again.

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