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Yahoo
3 days ago
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Real Betis in for turbulent season as star man Isco breaks his leg
Real Betis in for turbulent season as star man Isco breaks his leg originally appeared on The Sporting News Real Betis had a pretty good year last year making the Conference League final and finishing in the Europa League spots last season. Heading into this season though, they have sold pivot Johnny Cardoso to Atletico Madrid, sold young talent Jesus Rodriguez, have been unable to bring back Antony, and now have suffered a blow to their star man Isco. According to Isco has suffered a leg fracture during a preseason game against Malaga. This injury is expected to sideline the 33-year-old for around three months. This is a huge hit to Betis's campaign as the flairy midfielder has been their most impactful player since he arrived, winning Conference League player of the season. Isco was also out at the start of last season and it was Betis's worst stretch as they had 5 wins in the 15 La Liga matches he missed. They may be able to bring in Dani Ceballos who has consistently been linked to a move away from Real Madrid and his boyhood club being Betis. This would cost a fee though as report that Madrid want around 20 million euros for him. Betis may not be able to afford this deal as they are still attempting to sign Manchester United winger Antony on a permanent deal. Betis have some transfer business to do with just a few weeks left in the transfer window and they have to get it right. If they don't get their business right then they could be in store for a difficult season that could see them slip into midtable mediocrity.
France 24
04-07-2025
- Sport
- France 24
Riquelme leaves Atletico Madrid for Real Betis
"Atletico Madrid and Real Betis have reached an agreement for the transfer of Rodrigo Riquelme," Atletico wrote in a statement, without specifying the transfer fee for the 25-year-old Spanish international, who came through the club's youth system. The two teams finalised the deal last week for a reported eight million euros ($9.4 million) for half the Spanish player's rights, with Atletico retaining the other half. Riquelme will replace 19-year-old Jesus Rodriguez, who joined Italian club Como this week for a reported 25 million euros ($29.4 million). Riquelme came through the youth ranks at Atletico and played for Bournemouth and Mirandes before exploding into prominence at Girona in the 2022-23 season. He earned two caps for Spain after making his debut in November 2023. In total, he made 85 appearances in La Liga, 13 in the Champions League, and 14 in the Copa del Rey.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
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Real Betis confirm sale of rising star targeted by Aston Villa
Real Betis have announced that breakout star Jesus Rodriguez has left the club, after a deal with Como was agreed. The 19-year-old became a regular feature for Manuel Pellegrini in his debut season, and Betis have decided to cash in on their academy product. Rodriguez was part of a major turnaround for Betis midway through this season, with the 19-year-old's pace and direct running providing a breath of fresh air to their attack. In particular, performances against Real Madrid and in the Conference League showed his ability, despite losing his spot to Ez Abde in the final month of the season. Como and Real Betis reach agreement Betis had renewed Rodriguez's contract, and included a €50m release clause. Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool all sent scouts to watch Rodriguez on the left wing, but it was Aston Villa who opened talks for Rodriguez, with Betis demanding a €35m deal. Image viaAdvertisement Yet it is free-spending Como in Serie A who have got the deal done with Betis. After attempts to sign Yeremay Hernandez from Deportivo La Coruna reached a dead end, Como decided to move for Rodriguez though, and Betis announced the deal on Wednesday afternoon. Jesus Rodriguez signs five-year deal The 19-year-old winger has signed a five-year deal with Como until 2030. The agreement is believed to be worth in the region of €23m, with a further €6m available in variables, as per Matteo Moretto. Betis also retain a 15% sell-on fee, as Rodriguez follows in the footsteps of former academy teammate Assane Diao. Betis response to sale Meanwhile Betis are in the process of tying up a deal for Atletico Madrid playmaker Rodrigo Riquelme, which would cost them less than half of a the deal for Rodriguez. The rest of the money may well be put towards a deal for Antony, for whom negotiations with Manchester United continue.
New York Times
02-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Como complete Jesus Rodriguez transfer from Betis
Como have completed the signing of Jesus Rodriguez from Real Betis. The 19-year-old winger has signed a five-year contract at the Serie A side through to 2030. The Athletic reported on June 13 that Aston Villa had made an approach to sign the Spain under-21 international, with the Premier League club looking to bolster their wide attacking options this summer. Rodriguez, 19, broke into Betis' first team during the 2024-25 season, making 31 appearances and scoring three goals for Manuel Pellegrini's side. He played eight times in his side's run to the Conference League final, and was a second-half substitute during the 4-1 defeat to Chelsea in Wroclaw. ¡Bienvenido a Como, Jesús! 🇪🇸💙 — Como1907 (@Como_1907) July 2, 2025 Predominantly a left-winger, Rodriguez made three appearances for Spain's Under-21 side after making his debut in March this year. He was included in Spain's squad for the Under-21 European Championship this summer, and featured in the 3-1 quarter-final defeat to England on June 21. In January, Como signed forward Assane Diao from Betis — the Senegal international, who, like Rodriguez, is a product of the Seville-based club's youth system.
Yahoo
19-06-2025
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Liverpool want deal for €35m Spain WONDERKID
Liverpool are eyeing up a deal for one of Spain's best young talents - who is currently starring at the UEFA Euro Under-21 Championship. The Reds have got big plans to overhaul their squad this summer - with Richard Hughes and Arne Slot willing to move on from several of their Premier League title-winning players. Advertisement Caoimhin Kelleher and Trent Alexander-Arnold have already gone - with Federico Chiesa and Darwin Nunez tipped to follow them out the door soon. And we could even see defenders like Andy Robertson and Jarell Quansah shipped out before the transfer window closes - with plenty of names earmarked to arrive at Anfield during the off-season. Liverpool scouting Jesus Rodriguez Jeremie Frimpong and Armin Pecsi are already onboard and Milos Kerkez as well as Florian Wirtz will soon be joining them as new Liverpool players for the 2025/26 season. Liverpool won't stop there - and the latest reports from ABC in Spain are that the Reds are looking at Jesus Rodriguez of Real Betis. Advertisement The 19-year-old has just enjoyed a breakthrough season for the LaLiga side, also finishing as a runner-up in the UEFA Europa Conference League. He is now firmly on the radar of many top European clubs, leading Betis to renew his contract last September until 2029. That deal has currently got a €35m buyout clause attached to it and reports indicate that Betis would like to increase that sum to €50m. Liverpool joined by Leipzig, Villa and Como in Rodriguez interest 'No official offers have been received, while the club waits expectantly to see what moves might come for their academy product,' the report reads. Advertisement Rodriguez, a winger, scored in Spain's U21 draw with Italy earlier this week and Spanish media report that Betis hope to see the player's value increase with more exposure in this tournament. The club plan to keep him for one more season - seeing another full campaign as potentially useful in raising his value even further. 'RB Leipzig, Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Como have shown interest, not only in understanding Betis' conditions and asking price for Jesús Rodríguez but also by actively scouting him,' the report reads.
