Mundo Deportivo reports on the ongoing negotiations between Elche and their 25-year-old Spanish right-back, Álvaro Núñez, regarding his continuity with the team. Elche maintains open negotiations for the continuity of Álvaro Núñez in the squad for next season. The club values Álvaro Núñez and has presented him with a renewal offer. The director general, Pedro Schinocca, said that this is a negotiation and expressed belief in the good faith of the player. Álvaro Núñez is currently suffering from a pubis injury. The defender joined Elche in July 2024 and has a current Transfermarkt market value of €6.00m. In the 2025/2026 LaLiga season, he has made 19 appearances and provided 2 assists.