Real Betis makes a decision on departures in the winter transfer market

Real Betis has decided how it will approach the next winter transfer window and is preparing a strategy that will directly affect the future of its key players.

Raúl Cabrera Jiménez | 18 Oct 2026 | 19.00
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Real Betis makes a decision on winter transfer market exits.
Real Betis makes a decision on winter transfer market exits.

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The Real Betis transfer market will be marked by the continuity of its main players. Real Betis is planning to face the upcoming winter transfer window without making major changes to its squad, a decision that reflects the good start to the 2026/2027 season. The sports management's priority is to prevent the departure of key players and maintain the team that Manuel Pellegrini has placed among the top LaLiga teams.

The plan is to minimize movements during January 2027, unless a specific opportunity arises or circumstances require plan adjustments. The goal is to keep a squad that is competing in both LaLiga and the Champions League.

Real Betis doesn't want to lose its key players

Real Betis aims to retain the players who are playing significant roles in Manuel Pellegrini's plans. The sports management believes that parting ways with starters during the winter transfer window could force the coach to alter a team that is delivering results.

Among the most important names are Isco Alarcón, Pablo Fornals, Ez Abde, Giovani Lo Celso, and Cucho Hernández, players with different responsibilities within the Chilean coach's system.

Isco, at 34 years old, remains a key figure in creating plays. The midfielder has regained prominence after his physical issues and recently scored two goals against Osasuna in Real Betis' 5-2 victory.

Meanwhile, Pablo Fornals and Giovani Lo Celso provide alternatives in offensive organization, while Ez Abde offers width from the wings. In attack, Cucho Hernández faces direct competition with Troy Parrott for the center forward position.

The club's intention is to maintain these options during the second half of the season. However, this stance does not imply an individual declaration of being non-transferable for each player but a general guideline in sports planning.

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Real Betis' strong league start influences the transfer market

One of the reasons behind this decision is the team's position in LaLiga. After the first nine matchdays, Real Betis holds third place with 19 points, thanks to six wins, one draw, and two losses.

The verdiblanco team had secured six victories in their first eight matches, one of their best starts in the league in recent decades. The 2-5 defeat against FC Barcelona did not alter their position among the top three teams.

Furthermore, Manuel Pellegrini's squad must meet the demands of the Champions League, a competition that requires the coach to manage minutes and rotation to keep his players ready.

The recent addition of Dani Ceballos, who returned to Betis during the summer, reinforces the idea of maintaining the current group. The midfielder is still seeking more prominence after playing 117 minutes in his initial league appearances.

Real Betis leaves room for specific moves

Although the priority is to retain the squad, Real Betis does not rule out entirely making a transaction during the winter transfer window. The sports management might consider signings if injuries arise, specific needs emerge, or opportunities fitting their budget are presented.

Currently, however, no specific position has been established as a reinforcement priority, nor have any negotiations been initiated for players potentially joining in January.

The same cautious approach applies to departures. The club is not looking to offload its key players, although an offer significantly altering the financial conditions of a deal could warrant evaluating each case.

The next phase of planning will come during November and December, allowing the sports management to assess the squad's performance before the transfer market opens on January 1, 2027. Should results remain positive and no major exits occur, Real Betis will stick to its plan of minimal movements.

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