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Fran García, the new left-back for Real Betis, spoke for the first time after his transfer from Real Madrid was finalized. The deal, valued at less than four million euros for 50% of his rights, makes him Betis's second signing for the 2026-27 season. García cited the city of Seville, the passionate fanbase, and the club's qualification for the Champions League as key reasons for his decision. He expressed excitement about joining a team he considers 'very top' in Spain and hopes to achieve significant goals in Europe. García has already undergone medical tests, met coach Manuel Pellegrini, and will travel to Germany for preseason training.
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Fran García has spoken for the first time as a Betis player. The left-back from Castilla-La Mancha arrived in Seville yesterday, completed his medical tests, met his new teammates and manager Pellegrini, and signed a four-year contract with the club. The deal was finalized swiftly following an agreement with Real Madrid for his transfer, valued at under €4 million for 50% of his rights.
On his way to the Luis del Sol Sports City from the airport, Betis's second signing of the 2026-27 season gave his first words as a green-and-white player through the club's official media. He began by explaining the reasons behind his decision:
"It was a very good option because I was still in Spain, also the club is in the Champions, it's a very good, very nice place that generates a lot of excitement as a player. Happy to be here and to share the joy, so to speak, of the Champions and to enjoy it."
Fran also expressed his enthusiasm for the club's growth and ambitions:
"Betis has grown a lot and is now very 'top' in Spain, we can play a very nice role and achieve goals."
He added:
"I think it's the whole package: the city, the fans, the fact that the team has grown a lot and is now very 'top' in Spain... I think we can play a very nice role in Europe and achieve real goals. I hope the start comes soon, that we are there for the presentation day, that everything goes well, at the best possible moment individually and collectively, and enjoy a beautiful season."
Fran will travel to Germany today with the sporting director to join the preseason training camp with his new teammates.
Related Links
- Official: Fran García, new Betis player until 2030
- Fran García says goodbye to Madrid: "The greatest title is the affection of the Madrid fans"
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- World Cup
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- First Division
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- Spain World Cup
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LALIGA EA Sports // marcaWestern
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