"El Rayo gives up on Camello"

The Madrid forward, whose contract expires in 2027, has scored seven goals in the beginning of LaLiga.

Mario Roldán Martínez | 26 Sep 2026 | 12.30
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Sergio Camello, Rayo Vallecano player / Chema Rey
Sergio Camello, Rayo Vallecano player / Chema Rey

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Latest news at Rayo Vallecano. Sergio Camello, a 25-year-old forward, has entered the radar of clubs from Spain, Italy, and Mexico as his contract expires in 2027. Matteo Moretto positioned the attacker as one of the names that could lead the way in the upcoming transfer windows.

This situation comes after a start to the season with 7 goals in 7 matches, including a brace against Barcelona and another one against Racing de Santander. Camello also scored against Real Madrid and Osasuna, and has 1 assist in LaLiga.

Sergio Camello's market value on the rise

Camello's performance aligns with the final year of his contract with Rayo Vallecano. His current deal expires on June 30, 2027, which could prompt heightened interest from other clubs during January and especially next summer.

Moretto confirmed that this expiry date is one of the factors explaining his market situation. The journalist noted that Camello could be a significant player in both the January and summer transfer windows, precisely because he is approaching the end of his contract.

The forward already has a record that strengthens his negotiating position. His 7 goals in the first seven rounds represent the best start to a season by a Rayo player in La Liga, surpassing historical tallies like Julio Álvarez's 6 goals in 2002/03.

Camello has also reached 24 goals in 121 games in La Liga with Rayo, matching Guilherme in the club's historical ranking. Only Álvaro García, Alberto Bueno, and Jon Pérez Bolo stand ahead on that list.

Rayo Vallecano and Spain keeping an eye on Camello's future

The sports scenario around Camello has also shifted. His performances have placed him among the candidates to fill the center-forward position for Spain, especially given Borja Iglesias' injury and the need to find alternatives for the national team.

The international context itself can elevate the player's exposure in the coming months. Camello has previously worked with Luis de la Fuente in youth categories and was an Olympic champion with Spain in 2024, while his current output puts him in contention for the Pichichi award.

The market is not starting from scratch. Ahead of the last matchday, there were reports of Premier League clubs monitoring Camello, although no specific team or formal offer to Rayo Vallecano has emerged.

Rayo acquired the forward from Atlético de Madrid in 2023 for 5 million euros, after his loan spell, with the agreement set until 2027. His current market value sits around 2.2 million euros according to FotMob, although this figure does not necessarily reflect the price of a transfer.

With his contract entering its final year and several markets tracking his progress, Sergio Camello now faces decisive months. Should he fail to reach a renewal agreement with Rayo Vallecano, January could mark the first concrete opportunity for interested clubs to position themselves before the arrival of 2027 summer.

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