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Álex Calatrava Transfer from Castellón to Espanyol
Espanyol has presented Álex Calatrava as a new player. Monchi stated that Álex Calatrava was a player Manolo González strongly wanted even before his arrival at the club. Álex Calatrava expressed happiness for joining Espanyol, mentioning that from the first moment he saw the interest, he knew it was his opportunity to play in Primera, return home and be close to his loved ones. Calatrava recalled a meeting with Manolo González when he was in Badalona, where Manolo wanted to sign him but it did not happen. Calatrava said there was interest and both parties tried to make it happen before, but it was not possible and it finally happened this year. He also noted that he was convinced by Espanyol's ambitious project.
Espanyol has presented Álex Calatrava as a new player. Monchi stated that Álex Calatrava was a player Manolo González strongly wanted even before his arrival at the club. Álex Calatrava expressed happiness for joining Espanyol, mentioning that from the first moment he saw the interest, he knew it was his opportunity to play in Primera, return home and be close to his loved ones. Calatrava recalled a meeting with Manolo González when he was in Badalona, where Manolo wanted to sign him but it did not happen. Calatrava said there was interest and both parties tried to make it happen before, but it was not possible and it finally happened this year. He also noted that he was convinced by Espanyol's ambitious project.
Espanyol has announced the signing of attacking midfielder Alex Calatrava, born in 2000, from Castellon. Following an agreement between RCD Espanyol and CD Castellon, Alex Calatrava has signed a contract with Espanyol until June 30, 2031.
Espanyol has announced the signing of attacking midfielder Alex Calatrava, born in 2000, from Castellon. Following an agreement between RCD Espanyol and CD Castellon, Alex Calatrava has signed a contract with Espanyol until June 30, 2031.
According to Marca, Àlex Calatrava has become the first signing for Espanyol this summer after an agreement was reached between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and CD Castellón. He signs as an Espanyol player until June 30, 2031. The report states that negotiations had been almost finalized for days, but both clubs waited until July to complete the transaction because the player's release clause decreased to five million euros from July 1. Àlex Calatrava will be presented on Tuesday, July 7 at 12:00 at the RCDE Stadium.
According to Marca, Àlex Calatrava has become the first signing for Espanyol this summer after an agreement was reached between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and CD Castellón. He signs as an Espanyol player until June 30, 2031. The report states that negotiations had been almost finalized for days, but both clubs waited until July to complete the transaction because the player's release clause decreased to five million euros from July 1. Àlex Calatrava will be presented on Tuesday, July 7 at 12:00 at the RCDE Stadium.
Monchi has confirmed that Castellón winger Álex Calatrava is near to becoming a blue-and-white player. He stated that it would not be surprising if he says the next day that Álex will be an Espanyol player, but added that there are certain parameters in place and they are not going to rush.
Monchi has confirmed that Castellón winger Álex Calatrava is near to becoming a blue-and-white player. He stated that it would not be surprising if he says the next day that Álex will be an Espanyol player, but added that there are certain parameters in place and they are not going to rush.
Alex Calatrava, aged 26, is described as a new player for RCD Espanyol pending official confirmation. Luis Tevenet, who is cited as the coach that has most frequently managed Calatrava, provided detailed commentary on his qualities and career progression. Tevenet stated that he is sure Calatrava is going to make a significant career advancement, as he is going to do with Espanyol.
Alex Calatrava, aged 26, is described as a new player for RCD Espanyol pending official confirmation. Luis Tevenet, who is cited as the coach that has most frequently managed Calatrava, provided detailed commentary on his qualities and career progression. Tevenet stated that he is sure Calatrava is going to make a significant career advancement, as he is going to do with Espanyol.
In an interview with 'La Vanguardia', Monchi, the new director general deportivo of Espanyol, confirmed that they are in talks with Castellón to reach an agreement for Alex Calatrava. Alex Calatrava's release clause drops from 10 to five million euros next Wednesday.
In an interview with 'La Vanguardia', Monchi, the new director general deportivo of Espanyol, confirmed that they are in talks with Castellón to reach an agreement for Alex Calatrava. Alex Calatrava's release clause drops from 10 to five million euros next Wednesday.
EFE reports that Alex Calatrava will become a new player for Espanyol next week. The transfer could be finalized from July 1, and his release clause will be five million euros at that time.
EFE reports that Alex Calatrava will become a new player for Espanyol next week. The transfer could be finalized from July 1, and his release clause will be five million euros at that time.
According to Mundo Deportivo, attacking midfielder Álex Calatrava will be Espanyol's first signing for the 2026–27 season.
According to Mundo Deportivo, attacking midfielder Álex Calatrava will be Espanyol's first signing for the 2026–27 season.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Álex Calatrava has agreed to join Espanyol, but the transfer is contingent on an agreement between the clubs. His release clause is 5 million euros from July 1, but Espanyol is negotiating to reduce the price by including players on loan to Castellón. Miguel Rubio, Salinas, or Pablo Ramón are potentially the players involved.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Álex Calatrava has agreed to join Espanyol, but the transfer is contingent on an agreement between the clubs. His release clause is 5 million euros from July 1, but Espanyol is negotiating to reduce the price by including players on loan to Castellón. Miguel Rubio, Salinas, or Pablo Ramón are potentially the players involved.
Álex Calatrava from Castellón is positioned to be Espanyol’s first signing for the 2026-27 season, as Monchi’s team is working to complete the deal which has accelerated in recent days. Calatrava is set to arrive after the payment of his 5 million euro release clause, the amount stipulated after Castellón failed to achieve promotion. The attacking midfielder has reportedly given his agreement to Espanyol, and negotiations between the clubs are said to be underway. The blue-and-white club is willing to pay the clause, an action that is expected to be completed from July 1 when the amount becomes effective. According to Esports Cope, the possibility has been raised of an Espanyol player moving to Castellón on loan to speed up the process or reduce the transfer fee.
Álex Calatrava from Castellón is positioned to be Espanyol’s first signing for the 2026-27 season, as Monchi’s team is working to complete the deal which has accelerated in recent days. Calatrava is set to arrive after the payment of his 5 million euro release clause, the amount stipulated after Castellón failed to achieve promotion. The attacking midfielder has reportedly given his agreement to Espanyol, and negotiations between the clubs are said to be underway. The blue-and-white club is willing to pay the clause, an action that is expected to be completed from July 1 when the amount becomes effective. According to Esports Cope, the possibility has been raised of an Espanyol player moving to Castellón on loan to speed up the process or reduce the transfer fee.
According to 'La Grada', RCD Espanyol and Castellón are finalizing details for a signing that would be the first for Monchi as director general deportivo at Espanyol. Espanyol's interest in Alex Calatrava began in 2020 when Manolo González was coaching Badalona. As Espanyol coach, Manolo González urged for Calatrava's signing last summer, but Alex Calatrava renewed with Castellón until 2029. The release clause was 10 million euros, but it was reduced to five million euros after Castellón did not achieve promotion to Primera División.
According to 'La Grada', RCD Espanyol and Castellón are finalizing details for a signing that would be the first for Monchi as director general deportivo at Espanyol. Espanyol's interest in Alex Calatrava began in 2020 when Manolo González was coaching Badalona. As Espanyol coach, Manolo González urged for Calatrava's signing last summer, but Alex Calatrava renewed with Castellón until 2029. The release clause was 10 million euros, but it was reduced to five million euros after Castellón did not achieve promotion to Primera División.
Espanyol's sporting management could focus on Álex Calatrava, a Castellón player, for an attacking position. Last season, Álex Calatrava was close to joining Espanyol, but the transfer did not happen. According to Francesc Via in La Grada, this could be the most prominent option and could progress in a positive way in the coming days.
Espanyol's sporting management could focus on Álex Calatrava, a Castellón player, for an attacking position. Last season, Álex Calatrava was close to joining Espanyol, but the transfer did not happen. According to Francesc Via in La Grada, this could be the most prominent option and could progress in a positive way in the coming days.
Álex Calatrava's release clause has decreased from ten to five million euros after Castellón remained in Segunda División. Mundo Deportivo reported that Espanyol contacted Álex Calatrava in January. Last summer, Fran Garagarza also considered Álex Calatrava as a potential signing. Garagarza was aware that the player was liked by the Espanyol coach and fit the tactical setup. It is reported that Manolo González has liked Álex Calatrava for many years, since González was coaching at Badalona in 2020. Espanyol is monitoring the situation and could attempt to sign him this summer.
Álex Calatrava's release clause has decreased from ten to five million euros after Castellón remained in Segunda División. Mundo Deportivo reported that Espanyol contacted Álex Calatrava in January. Last summer, Fran Garagarza also considered Álex Calatrava as a potential signing. Garagarza was aware that the player was liked by the Espanyol coach and fit the tactical setup. It is reported that Manolo González has liked Álex Calatrava for many years, since González was coaching at Badalona in 2020. Espanyol is monitoring the situation and could attempt to sign him this summer.
Alex Calatrava, a 25-year-old attacking midfielder from Castellón, has five goals and four assists in 21 LaLiga Hypermotion matches. According to Mundo Deportivo, Espanyol has recently inquired about the situation of Calatrava. Calatrava renewed his contract in August until 2029. The interest is informal and adds to the interest from last summer, when Manolo and his assistant, Gerard Garrido, requested his signing. Manolo González stated that Calatrava is the attacking midfielder they have been asking the club for for a long time and that they are still asking for that type of player. The increase in the release clause following the contract extension is a factor against Espanyol, while the player's willingness is a factor in their favor. If there is an agreement between the clubs, Calatrava will agree, although this is expected to be more likely next summer because Castellón is fighting for promotion and he is their undisputed leader.
Alex Calatrava, a 25-year-old attacking midfielder from Castellón, has five goals and four assists in 21 LaLiga Hypermotion matches. According to Mundo Deportivo, Espanyol has recently inquired about the situation of Calatrava. Calatrava renewed his contract in August until 2029. The interest is informal and adds to the interest from last summer, when Manolo and his assistant, Gerard Garrido, requested his signing. Manolo González stated that Calatrava is the attacking midfielder they have been asking the club for for a long time and that they are still asking for that type of player. The increase in the release clause following the contract extension is a factor against Espanyol, while the player's willingness is a factor in their favor. If there is an agreement between the clubs, Calatrava will agree, although this is expected to be more likely next summer because Castellón is fighting for promotion and he is their undisputed leader.
Mundo Deportivo reports on Álex Calatrava's potential transfer to Espanyol, highlighting the player's preference due to proximity to his home. Espanyol is Álex Calatrava's preferred option due to proximity to his home, Parets del Vallès. Castellón would accept a transfer fee of around 3 million euros, despite his release clause being 5 million euros.
Mundo Deportivo reports on Álex Calatrava's potential transfer to Espanyol, highlighting the player's preference due to proximity to his home. Espanyol is Álex Calatrava's preferred option due to proximity to his home, Parets del Vallès. Castellón would accept a transfer fee of around 3 million euros, despite his release clause being 5 million euros.
Espanyol is reportedly charmed by Álex Calatrava and is interested in signing him. The club is among several Spanish clubs showing interest in the player. Calatrava, a 24-year-old winger, has been a standout performer for Castellon this season, featuring in 32 matches and contributing six goals and eleven assists. Although his contract includes a release clause of five million euros valid until 2028, no decision regarding his future has been finalized. Espanyol, along with Real Mallorca, Alaves, and Villarreal, is competing to secure his signature, but these clubs have not yet committed to meeting the release clause. Additionally, Calatrava is attracting attention from clubs in the MLS, Germany, and Italy, with Como and Ajax among the interested parties.
Espanyol is reportedly charmed by Álex Calatrava and is interested in signing him. The club is among several Spanish clubs showing interest in the player. Calatrava, a 24-year-old winger, has been a standout performer for Castellon this season, featuring in 32 matches and contributing six goals and eleven assists. Although his contract includes a release clause of five million euros valid until 2028, no decision regarding his future has been finalized. Espanyol, along with Real Mallorca, Alaves, and Villarreal, is competing to secure his signature, but these clubs have not yet committed to meeting the release clause. Additionally, Calatrava is attracting attention from clubs in the MLS, Germany, and Italy, with Como and Ajax among the interested parties.
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