Real Betis midfielder Nelson Deossa left out of squad, loan to Vasco da Gama imminent

Published Jul 25, 01:16 PM UTC

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Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini announced the squad for the Trofeo Ciudad de Granada against Granada CF, with the notable absence of Colombian midfielder Nelson Deossa. Negotiations between Betis and Brazilian club Vasco da Gama for a loan with an option to buy are in the final phase, potentially netting Betis around 12.5 million euros if certain sporting criteria are met. The deal has been delayed due to Vasco da Gama's corporate issues. Also absent are Brazilian winger Antony, who is following a personalized training plan after joining preseason late, and Isco Alarcón, who is managing ankle pain. Several youth players including Gnangoro, Rica, Corralejo, Borja Alonso, and Morante travel with the first team. After the Granada match, Betis will return to Seville before heading to a training camp in Marbella, where they expect the return of Álvaro Fidalgo from World Cup duty. Injured players Abde and Aitor Ruibal continue their recovery.

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Updated: 25/07/2026 - 15:13 CEST

Manuel Pellegrini announced this Saturday the squad that will travel to Granada for the Trofeo Ciudad de Granada, kicking off at 8:00 PM at the Estadio Nuevo Los Cármenes. The most notable absence is Nelson Deossa, who started in the first two pre-season friendlies but now appears close to leaving the club.

Deossa Transfer Talks

Real Betis and Vasco da Gama have been negotiating a loan with an option to buy for the Colombian midfielder for weeks. The agreement has been delayed due to corporate issues at the Brazilian club. Deossa's exclusion from the squad suggests his departure may be imminent.

The talks have centered on a loan deal with a purchase option that would become mandatory if certain sporting criteria are met, potentially bringing around €12.5 million into Betis's coffers. The final terms remain to be confirmed.

Other Absences

Antony – With the club's permission, the Brazilian joined Betis's training camp in Germany later than his teammates. He has been following a personalized training plan to catch up physically and did not feature in the first friendly or the Trofeo Colombino. He is still not ready to play.
Isco Alarcón – As expected, the Malaga native is not in the squad. He is following an individualized training plan to manage the workload on his ankle, which has been causing pain since his last injury. His pre-season debut is still awaited.

Youth Players Called Up

The following youth players will travel to Granada: Gnangoro, Rica, Corralejo, Borja Alonso, and Morante, alongside regulars Pablo García and Ortiz. Third goalkeeper Manu González does not travel on this occasion.

Upcoming Schedule

After the Trofeo Ciudad de Granada, Betis will return to Seville and rest before heading to their second training camp in Marbella, where two more friendlies are scheduled against Olympique Lyonnais and Almería.

The return of Asturian Álvaro Fidalgo, who played in the World Cup with Mexico, is expected for this second camp. Pellegrini is also monitoring the progress of injured players Abde, who is already running on grass and progressing well, and Aitor Ruibal, who still has several weeks before rejoining the group.

Betis Squad vs. Granada

Goalkeepers: Álvaro Valles, Diego Conde

Defenders: Bellerín, Ortiz, Bartra, Diego Llorente, Natan, Valentín Gómez, Junior Firpo, Fran García

Midfielders: Gnangoro, Marc Roca, Facundo Bernal, Rica, Corralejo, Fornals, Iker Losada, Riquelme, Borja Alonso

Forwards: Pablo García, Morante, Gonzalo Petit

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Original headline: Deossa no viaja con el Betis a Granada y su salida parece inminente

Original language: ES

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