Málaga CF Announces Multiple Player Departures After Promotion
Following promotion to Spain's La Liga, Málaga CF has begun restructuring its squad by confirming the departures of defenders Víctor García and Javi Montero, following earlier exits of Jokin Gabilondo and forward Josue Dorrio. Víctor García, a 32-year-old who played 77 matches over three seasons, provided a key assist in the promotion playoff. Several other players with expiring contracts or release clauses face uncertain futures as the club plans summer reinforcements.
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Málaga CF Opens 2026 Summer Transfer Market with Loren Juarros Press Conference
Málaga CF officially begins the 2026 summer transfer market on July 1, marking the first signing window in eight years where the club can focus on First Division (La Liga) prospects. Sports director Loren Juarros will hold a press conference to discuss the team's new reality after promotion. Notable player departures include Jokin Gabilondo, Víctor García, Darko Brasanac, Josué Dorrio, and Javi Montero after contract expirations, plus the end of Dotor's loan. Uncertainties remain over defenders Einar Galilea and Eneko Jauregi. Club president José María Muñoz indicated between four and six signings will arrive, with Juarros emphasizing the continued importance of promoting from La Academia academy while raising quality in specific positions.
Últimas NoticiasLoren Juarros Opens Málaga CF's 2026 Summer Transfer Window Press Conference
Málaga CF's sporting director Loren Juarros will hold a press conference on Wednesday, July 1, marking the official start of the 2026 summer transfer market. This is the club's first transfer window in eight years where they can aim for promotion to La Liga (First Division). Juarros, who remained in the background during promotion celebrations, will address the squad's new reality. Several players including Jokin Gabilondo, Víctor García, Darko Brasanac, Josué Dorrio, and Javi Montero have left after contract expirations, while the status of defenders Einar Galilea and Eneko Jauregi remains unclear. The club, committed to prioritizing its academy (La Academia), plans to bring in four to six new signings to raise squad quality and fill gaps left by departures.
Últimas NoticiasLove Letters to Málaga: Players' Emotional Farewells After Promotion
Following Málaga CF's promotion, six players whose contracts ended have bid emotional farewells to the club and its fans via social media. The departures include Gabilondo, Víctor García, Brasanac, Javi Montero, Dorrio, and Carlos Dotor (whose exit may be temporary). Dorrio's farewell was particularly poignant, as he revealed he lost his father during a difficult season marked by injuries and personal darkness. Javi Montero expressed pain at not being able to stay, while Brasanac shared heartfelt memories of his children at La Rosaleda. Dotor left the door open for a possible return from Celta if not retained for the 2026-27 season. The article highlights the deep emotional bond between players and the Málaga fanbase during this transition period.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaStriker Josue Dorrio Becomes Fourth Departure from Málaga After Promotion
Josue Dorrio, a forward, has become the fourth player to leave Málaga for the upcoming season following the club's promotion to LaLiga EA Sports. Dorrio, who signed from Racing Ferrol in August 2025, played 15 matches in LaLiga Hypermotion and one Copa del Rey game, scoring one goal against Estepona. He joins defenders Jokin Gabilondo, Víctor García, and Javi Montero as confirmed departures. The club is also awaiting decisions on players with expiring contracts, including center-back Einar Galilea, Serbian midfielder Darko Brasanac, and forward Eneko Jauregui.
FútbolMálaga's Exit Operation in Full Swing: Víctor García and Javi Montero Depart
One week after achieving promotion to Spain's top football division, Málaga CF is aggressively restructuring its squad. The club has announced the departures of defenders Víctor García and Javi Montero, following Jokin Gabilondo's earlier exit. Víctor García's contract expired on June 30 and was not renewed; he is close to signing with Real Zaragoza. Javi Montero had a renewal clause tied to promotion and a set number of starts, but the club opted not to renew due to his high salary. Midfielder Darko Brasanac may also leave as his contract ends. Málaga plans to sign at least two new defenders this summer as part of its roster overhaul for the upcoming season.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaMálaga's Post-Promotion Squad Restructuring Continues with Three Player Exits
Málaga CF, one week after securing promotion to La Liga in Almería, is actively restructuring its squad. The club has chosen not to renew contracts of non-starters from the promotion campaign. Three player departures have been announced: Jokin Gabilondo was first, followed by defenders Víctor García and Javi Montero. Víctor García, whose contract expires on June 30, is reportedly close to joining Real Zaragoza. He is remembered by fans for his cross that led to the crucial equalizer against Tarragona for promotion to Segunda División. Javi Montero had a promotion-triggered renewal clause based on starts, but the club declined due to his high salary, with sporting director Loren Juarros seeking different defensive profiles and planning at least two summer signings. Midfielder Darko Brasanac, whose contract is also ending, may be the next to leave. The moves reflect Málaga's strategy to reshape the squad for the upcoming top-flight season.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaMálaga's Exodus Operation in Full Swing After Promotion
One week after securing promotion to La Liga (Primera División), Málaga CF is aggressively restructuring its squad. The club has announced three departures: Jokin Gabilondo, Víctor García, and Javi Montero. Víctor García, whose contract ends June 30, is reported to be close to joining Real Zaragoza. He is remembered by fans for delivering the cross that led to the equalizer in Tarragona, securing promotion to Segunda División. Javi Montero had a renewal clause tied to starts but the club opted not to renew due to his high salary. Sporting director Loren Juarros plans to sign two new center-backs. Midfielder Darko Brasanac is also likely to leave as his contract ends. The club is prioritizing cost control and upgrading the squad for the top flight.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaVíctor García Becomes Second Departure from Málaga Amid Squad Overhaul
Víctor García, the 32-year-old left-back and a survivor of Málaga's promotion from Primera RFEF three seasons ago, has left the club after his contract expired and the club did not offer a renewal. This makes him the second departure from Málaga's squad for the upcoming LaLiga EA Sports season, following right-back Jokin Gabilondo. García, who began his career at Espanyol's youth academy, played 77 official matches in three seasons at Málaga, contributing to two promotions: first to LaLiga Hypermotion (2023-24) and then to the First Division (this season). He was notably key in the playoff match against Nàstic, providing the cross that led to the decisive goal. The article also notes uncertainties over the futures of several other players with expiring contracts, including Josue Dorrio, Einar Galilea, Luismi Sánchez, and loanees like Carlos Dotor, as well as players with promotion-triggered options such as Darko Brasanac, Javi Montero, and Eneko Jauregui.
FútbolVíctor García Becomes Second Departure from Málaga CF
Málaga CF announced the departure of defender Víctor García, the second player to leave the club after Jokin Gabilondo. García's contract ended on June 30, and he will not join the team in La Liga. The 32-year-old played 77 official matches over three seasons, contributing to two promotions, including a memorable assist in the promotion playoff against Tarragona. His playing time decreased in the final months of the 25/26 season, but he was valued for his experience. The club thanked him for his work, camaraderie, and sacrifice, wishing him well in future endeavors.
Últimas NoticiasOfficial: Víctor García Becomes Second Departure from Málaga CF
Málaga CF announced the departure of Víctor García on Friday, making him the second player to leave the club following Jokin Gabilondo. García, a defender from the Primera RFEF squad, ended his contract on June 30 and will not remain with the team as it moves into the First Division. Over three seasons, he played 77 official matches, contributing seven assists—most notably a cross that set up Antoñito Cordero's decisive promotion-clinching goal in Tarragona. At 32, his playing time diminished in the final stretch of the 25/26 season, but he brought valuable experience. The club issued a statement praising his work, camaraderie, and sacrifice, and wished him success in future endeavors.
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