Rafa Mir could leave Elche in the next few hours

The forward from Murcia has sparked interest from several clubs in Saudi Arabia

Héctor Andreu | 23 Jan 2026 | 16.45
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Rafa Mir could leave for Saudi Arabia.
Rafa Mir could leave for Saudi Arabia.

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Rafa Mir continues to work to overcome the hamstring injury suffered at the beginning of January and speed up his return to the field. In the meantime, his name has gained prominence in the winter transfer market.

The forward, currently on loan at Elche, is considering different future options. One of them comes from Saudi Arabia, where Al-Ittihad has made an offer to sign him this January.

Rafa Mir and a loan deal with multiple facets

The contractual situation of Rafa Mir adds complexity to any move. The attacker belongs to Sevilla but is on loan at Elche until the end of the season, with a buy option close to 3.5 million euros.

This scenario opens up two possible paths. The first is to terminate the current loan to allow for an immediate exit if the player accepts any offers. The second involves Elche exercising the buy option and then negotiating a transfer. Both options are on the table.

Elche could lose Rafa Mir

Al-Ittihad's interest and Sevilla's stance

From Nervión, they view the situation pragmatically. Sevilla sees value in reducing the wage bill to strengthen during this market period, although they prioritize a beneficial operation.

The interest from Al-Ittihad, where Karim Benzema plays, represents an attractive option for Rafa Mir, both in sporting and economic terms.

LaLiga as a starting point

Before deciding, Rafa Mir must focus on completing his recovery. Elche's coaching staff trusts that he will return to compete in LaLiga soon, where his performance can be crucial. The forward already has recent experience in the Spanish championship from his time at Valencia, as well as his period at Sevilla.

The ongoing legal process would not hinder a move abroad, as demonstrated in the player's previous international transfers. With several possible scenarios and the market progressing, Rafa Mir faces crucial weeks. His future remains open, influenced by his recovery, club negotiations, and the opportunity that best fits his career.

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