Sevilla signs Jon Guridi on free transfer from Alavés
Sevilla FC has officially signed midfielder Jon Guridi, 31, as a free agent from Deportivo Alavés on a two-year contract until 2029. The Basque player, a key figure for Alavés with 33 appearances this season, reunites with coach Luis García Plaza, who requested the move. This is Sevilla’s second signing under new sporting director José Ignacio Navarro, following Juan Iglesias, as the club reshapes its squad for the 2026-27 season.
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Guridi, the Extension of Luis García in the New Sevilla
Sevilla has signed midfielder Jon Guridi from Alavés, a key request from new coach Luis García Plaza. Guridi is the second active player with the most matches under García (94), and could soon become the first. The 31-year-old Basque midfielder was instrumental in Alavés' promotion in 2022-23 and their subsequent La Liga survivals. Known for his versatility, he has played as a double pivot, attacking midfielder, striker, and winger. Statistical analysis shows Guridi excels in defensive duels (44.07% win rate, best among offensive La Liga players), recoveries (6 per match), and passing accuracy (82.8%). He is expected to fit Sevilla's aggressive, high-pressing style as a box-to-box midfielder. Guridi leaves Alavés after 148 official matches, with one promotion and three survivals, to become a key piece in Sevilla's sporting reconstruction under his former mentor.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaGuridi, the Extension of Luis García in the New Sevilla
Sevilla has signed midfielder Jon Guridi from Alavés, reuniting him with coach Luis García Plaza, under whom he played 94 matches—the second most among active players. The 31-year-old Basque midfielder, formed at Real Sociedad, was a key figure in Alavés' promotion and three consecutive La Liga survivals. Known for his versatility, Guridi has played in multiple positions including double pivot, attacking midfielder, striker, and both flanks. Statistical analysis shows he excels in defensive duels (44.07% win rate, leading among offensive La Liga players), recoveries (6 per match, third in the league), interceptions (2.67), and passing accuracy (82.8%, fourth among midfielders). His heat map indicates strong presence in central midfield and the final third. Guridi's signing is part of Sevilla's sporting reconstruction, aiming to add defensive aggressiveness and game control to the midfield under García Plaza's system.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaSevilla FC parts with Nemanja Gudelj, signs Jon Guridi
Sevilla FC has announced the departure of Serbian midfielder Nemanja Gudelj after seven seasons, 261 matches, and two Europa League titles. The 34-year-old, described as a 'Sevilla legend,' terminated his contract with the club, which he joined in 2019. In a corresponding move, Spanish midfielder Jon Guridi, 31, joins Sevilla from Deportivo Alavés, having previously played for Real Sociedad. The transfers occur amid financial instability at the Andalusian club, which finished 13th in La Liga last season. A new sporting director, José Ignacio Navarro, has been appointed. Club president José Maria del Nido Carrasco stated the situation is 'under control' but acknowledged a 'problem lies in the salary cap.'
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footSevilla FC Parts Ways with Nemanja Gudelj, Signs Jon Guridi
Sevilla FC has announced the departure of Serbian midfielder Nemanja Gudelj after seven seasons, 261 matches, and two Europa League titles. The 34-year-old, described as a 'Sevilla legend,' reached an agreement to terminate his contract and is now a free agent. In a corresponding move, the Andalusian club has signed Spanish midfielder Jon Guridi, 31, from Deportivo Alavés. Guridi previously played for Real Sociedad. The transfers come amid a financially unstable period for Sevilla, which finished 13th in La Liga last season. A new sporting director, José Ignacio Navarro, has been appointed, and club president José Maria del Nido Carrasco stated that while the 'situation is under control,' the main issue is the salary cap.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footSevilla FC parts ways with Nemanja Gudelj, signs Jon Guridi from Alavés
Sevilla FC has announced the departure of Serbian midfielder Nemanja Gudelj after seven seasons, 261 matches, and two Europa League titles. The 34-year-old, described as a 'Sevilla legend,' terminated his contract by mutual agreement and is now a free agent. In a corresponding move, the financially struggling Andalusian club has signed Spanish midfielder Jon Guridi (31) from Deportivo Alavés, who previously played for Real Sociedad. The club has also appointed a new sporting director, José Ignacio Navarro. President José Maria del Nido Carrasco acknowledged the club's financial difficulties, stating the 'situation is under control' but that the 'problem lies in the salary cap.' The moves come after a difficult La Liga season where Sevilla finished 13th.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuSevilla FC Officially Signs Jon Guridi on Two-Year Deal
Sevilla FC has officially announced the signing of midfielder Jon Guridi on a two-year contract until 2029. The 31-year-old arrives as a free agent from Deportivo Alavés, where he spent four seasons and achieved promotion to La Liga. Guridi will reunite at Sevilla with coach Luis García Plaza, under whom he played at Alavés. This is the first signing of the José Ignacio Navarro era as sporting director, following the departure of Antonio Cordón. Guridi, a Real Sociedad youth product, has extensive experience in La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the UEFA Europa League. Sevilla is also expected to announce the additions of Juan Iglesias and Arouna Sanganté.
FútbolOfficial: Jon Guridi signs for Sevilla on a free transfer
Sevilla FC has officially announced the signing of midfielder Jon Guridi on a free transfer from Deportivo Alavés. The Basque player, a specific request from Sevilla coach Luis García Plaza, has signed a two-season contract. Guridi rejected Alavés' renewal offer after four seasons in Vitoria, where he was a key player for promotion to La Liga and accumulated 148 appearances, scoring 7 goals and providing 8 assists. This is the first signing under new sporting director José Ignacio Navarro, who replaced Antonio Cordón. The move comes as Sevilla, who narrowly avoided relegation by one point on the penultimate matchday of the 2025-26 season, prepares for the 2026-27 preseason starting July 3.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaOfficial: Jon Guridi signs for Sevilla on a free transfer
Sevilla FC has officially announced the signing of midfielder Jon Guridi on a free transfer from Deportivo Alavés. The Basque player, a specific request from coach Luis García Plaza, has signed a two-year contract. Guridi was a key figure for Alavés, making 148 appearances with 7 goals and 8 assists, and was instrumental in their promotion to La Liga. He rejected a renewal offer from Alavés to join Sevilla. This is the first signing under Sevilla's new sporting director José Ignacio Navarro, following previous additions lined up by his predecessor Antonio Cordón. The move comes as Sevilla prepares for the 2026-27 preseason starting July 3, after narrowly avoiding relegation by one point on the penultimate matchday of the previous season.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaOfficial: Jon Guridi Signs for Sevilla as Free Agent
Sevilla FC has officially announced the signing of midfielder Jon Guridi on a two-season contract. The Basque player joins as a free agent from Deportivo Alavés, where he spent the last four seasons. The announcement was made on June 10, 2026, by Spanish sports newspaper Marca. Guridi's arrival is expected to bolster Sevilla's midfield options for the upcoming La Liga campaign.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaJon Guridi opts for Sevilla
Jon Guridi, a 31-year-old Basque midfielder, has chosen to join Sevilla as a free agent after rejecting a renewal offer from his current club Alavés. Guridi, who was trained in Real Sociedad's youth system and joined Alavés in 2022, became a key player for the team, featuring in 33 matches this season (28 in LaLiga and 5 in the Copa del Rey). He will reunite at Sevilla with Luis García Plaza, his former coach at Alavés. This transfer marks the second signing for Sevilla's new project, following the agreement with right-back Juan Iglesias, who will also arrive on a free transfer from Getafe. The move is effective after Guridi's contract with Alavés ends.
FútbolOfficial: Guridi Signs for Sevilla as Free Agent
Sevilla FC has officially announced the signing of midfielder Jon Guridi from Alavés. The Azpeitia-born player, whose contract with Alavés has expired, joins the Nervión-based club as a free agent on a two-season deal. Guridi previously played under Sevilla's current manager Luis García during their time together at Alavés in Vitoria. The transfer strengthens Sevilla's midfield options ahead of the upcoming season.
F√∫tbol en AS.comJon Guridi Set to Join Sevilla as Free Agent
Sevilla is set to sign midfielder Jon Guridi as a free agent after his contract with Deportivo Alavés expires on June 30, 2026. The 31-year-old from Azpeitia, who previously played under Sevilla coach Luis García Plaza at Alavés, was a key figure in Alavés' promotion in 2023 and three La Liga survivals. Over four seasons at Mendizorroza, he accumulated 148 appearances, 7 goals, and 8 assists. Guridi rejected a one-year renewal offer from Alavés. Sevilla, facing financial constraints and awaiting potential investor takeover, is focusing on free-agent signings and youth academy players to build its squad for the 2026-27 season under new sporting director José Ignacio Navarro.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaJon Guridi Heading to Sevilla as Free Agent
Sevilla is set to sign midfielder Jon Guridi as a free agent after his contract with Deportivo Alavés expires on June 30, 2026. The 31-year-old Azpeitia native, a key player under coach Luis García Plaza at Alavés, will reunite with him at Sevilla. Guridi played 148 matches for Alavés (7 goals, 8 assists), contributing to promotion in 2023 and three top-flight survivals. Sevilla, facing financial uncertainty and potential club sale to investors, is focusing on free-agent signings and youth academy players for the 2026-27 season. New sporting director José Ignacio Navarro is overseeing the squad rebuild.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaJon Guridi heading to Sevilla on free transfer
Sevilla is set to sign midfielder Jon Guridi on a free transfer, as reported by MARCA. The 31-year-old from Azpeitia, who spent four seasons at Deportivo Alavés, will join Sevilla after his contract expires on June 30, 2026. The move is an express request of new Sevilla coach Luis García Plaza, who previously coached Guridi at Alavés. The signing comes as Sevilla works on squad configuration for the 2026-27 season, following the appointment of José Ignacio Navarro as sporting director and after the club's sale to Sergio Ramos and his investor group was ruled out. Guridi will arrive at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán with no transfer fee.
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