AS reports that Rayo Vallecano is exploring the market for a substitute goalkeeper after Augusto Batalla sustained a fractured tibia. Batalla is anticipated to be unable to play for three to six months. Although the club has Cárdenas and Adri Molina on its roster, it is considering options. The names that have been mentioned include 35-year-old Spanish goalkeeper Aitor Fernández from Osasuna and Magunagoitia from Eibar. Fernández joined Osasuna in July 2022, has a contract until June 2027, and has a current market value of €500k, according to Transfermarkt.